My son has been crying a lot lately off of any little thing. And he has not been listening the same, he keeps doing something that I tell him not to do. (this is not how he usually acts)
I think that he wants attention and is going through his independent stage (2 years old). Any suggestions of how I should handle this situation?
2007-02-06 00:52:48 · 5 answers · asked by sweetybaby 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
They don't call it "the terrible twos" for nothing! When he starts whining and crying, try to find something that interests him. Spend a little time playing with him.
When he misbehaves, correct him, even if you have to do it over and over again.
He is seeking attention but, it's up to you to turn it into a positive experience.
2007-02-06 01:05:56 · answer #1 · answered by rustybones 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At two years old they figure out that they have a mind of their own, but what that mind would like to do it can't always do because someone often stops him. Its frustrating, so they cry.
Because their new-found independence is also scary for them in some ways, two-year-olds like don't like to be throw off by being surprised at having to do something. Also, they have figured out what they believe is the routine or plan in their mind, and if anyone suddenly changes the routine they were comfortable thinking about it upsets them too.
Understanding that a two-year old is "fragile" when it comes to getting upset and trying not to surprise him by doing things like announcing that you're leaving the park without warning him a few times first can help. Tell him what the plans are (even if those plans are just that you are going to go downstairs and do laundry, and when you come back upstairs he can play again).
If at all possible, avoid situations that you just know are going to get him going (the candy rack at the grocery store check-out, the toy department, etc.)
By three he'll be more reasonable, more able to express himself, more aware that if you leave the park today you'll come back another day, etc.
2007-02-06 09:22:22 · answer #2 · answered by WhiteLilac1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
time outs are effective at this age...explain what he did wrong...explain what he needs to do to correct the bahavior..and don't waver with him...he is testing the limits...of your patience and of the rules..so you really need to stand firm and be consistent
2007-02-06 09:08:55 · answer #3 · answered by kerfitz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell him he is a big boy and big boys don't cry. also try telling that you can't understand him when he cries and wines. reward him for being good and punish him for not listening. good luck.
2007-02-06 08:55:53 · answer #4 · answered by littleluvkitty 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Comfort him when he cries. Discipline him when he misbehaves.
2007-02-06 10:03:07 · answer #5 · answered by badneighborvt 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋