2007-01-08 10:00:38 · 9 answers · asked by SADIE R 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I had this same problem. My daughter was the first grandchild on both sides of the family so she was spoiled. By the time she was 5 she was a terror. I consulted a counselor who had excellent advice. I simply refused to acknowledge her when she was sassy or disrespectful. If she didn't ask for something properly she didn't get it. If she threw a fit we left the store or restaurant or movie. She was especially bad about refusing to pick up her things. If she didn't do it I hid her stuff. It was terribly hard for about 10 days. I finished eating several meals in the car, I missed the end of 2 movies, and I left 2 carts full of groceries at the store. After those 10 days though she got the picture, and now it almost never happens. As soon as she learned I was really the boss and I was done giving in things got much better. I still let her voice her opinion, but she knows now that I have the final say.
2007-01-08 10:11:02 · answer #1 · answered by BJ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well my child is about to turn 4 but acts the same way. I am at a loss. I have done everything i can think of. I whip him, put him in the corner take away things he likes, nothing seems to work. I would like to know also. My dad says that im doing something wrong. Hes gotta be right because nothing is working. I wish i could help you. Maybe you can help me with some of your answers. Thank you, was beginning to think i was the only one.
2007-01-08 15:55:45 · answer #2 · answered by smurfett 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aaahhhh? Why do kids go ape sometimes, why do I think, my kid is the boss? Have I lost control of my kids, where can I get help, what is my Child's destiny?
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2007-01-08 10:13:50 · answer #3 · answered by malc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, I think most people with 5 yrs olds have the same problem as you. I know I did. Just try to remember that if you argue with them..they have won..do not let them win. Pick your battles..you cannot fight every battle your child trys to start. This is not only advice for 5 yr olds..I am sorry..but it continues into the teen years...Patience.....
2007-01-08 10:06:49 · answer #4 · answered by JIM D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep i have a 5 year old kindergartner she is quite trippy it is a hard journey on us moms fer sure just be patient and because mommy said so usually stops working about now they want real explanations that make sense to them goodluck!
2007-01-08 10:06:54 · answer #5 · answered by tina1rules 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i've got 4yr old twins that are about to be 5, & a 3 yr old who thinks he's grown. I feel your pain and frustration.
2007-01-08 19:09:05 · answer #6 · answered by MaMaMiLaJo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Time to watch "The Super Nanny" she deals with this every
week on her T.V. show. Watch & Learn, edgucational t.v for a
change.
2007-01-08 10:05:49 · answer #7 · answered by Rusty Jones 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All 5 years olds do that. That's why you are bigger.
2007-01-08 10:07:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
And where did this child LEARN this behavior?
2007-01-08 18:14:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋