My son is 14 months old, and already knows how to unscrew tops off of bottles and jars, push a chair up to things so he can reach the items he is not supposed to touch, climb to the top of my other son's bunk bed, escape from his playpen, and open doors. Anyone else been through this, and is there a break somewhere in sight for me?
2007-02-19 11:11:04 · 17 answers · asked by Lindsey H 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I think you are really blessed to have such a smart little guy! I had one just like that................growing up, I laughed, and called him my smart imp....................he did grow up, extremely smart, went to college, graduated first in class.......works hard at his medical career.............is handsome, friendly, and loves people!
Do not put her on ritalin! Let her BE smart and happy to explore. Put your dangerous to her things up higher! Set your house up, nicely, so that there are not many distractions for her. Make sure her room is not decorated all over the place. This keeps the mind moving really faster. A nicely done wall, with a few toys, but not many, will relax her, honestly! You can always take some and put some in their place, later. Don't deprive her of exploring, safely. Just try not to over excite her brain~ that is one smart child and I wish I was still teaching, and I could teach HER!
2007-02-19 11:18:09 · answer #1 · answered by laurel g 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im 13 and when I was 10 mths old I could talk, I was potty trained and I even climbed trees when I had the option(my bro was wild with me) and I climbed on everything. I was into everything. I turned out very talented at almost everything so I would say this is a good thing. Because of me always open to try things my brother did, I am so athletic and when I was little I remember that I would do anything my brother would do and my parents relized that I did good and now I have millions of awards for all different talents. I think that you have a very talented kid and you will be very proud when he grows up. I know my parents are(of me and my bro). I guess I was a big risktaker ......lol
2007-02-19 19:18:09 · answer #2 · answered by ♥Booger♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep breakable and dangerous items in hidden spots. Keep them locked up, and make sure your son does not have access to them whatsoever.
Your son might just be incredibly smart. Make sure you keep a close eye on him - don't let him take advantage of his abilities. They could be dangerous, and he might get himself into trouble. He is only 14 months old and should still have regular supervision. If possible find a better, stronger playpen for your son or keep gateways across stairs and doors that will make it harder for your son to access them. If there are doorways that close off the stairs, or your son's room with the bunk bed, try finding a lock for the doors while your 14 mo. old son is 'exploring'. Try to occupy him with other toys and ideas and don't let him out of your sight.
2007-02-19 19:18:18 · answer #3 · answered by Laurie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good luck. My son got out the door and down the street one time. We used a lot of baby gates (we had to put a smooth piece of cardboard over the grates of the gate so he wouldn't dig his little feet in and climb over). Everything I didn't touch had to get put away or up really, really high. Also, the childproof doorknob covers, and drawer fasteners were awesome. Good luck!
2007-02-19 19:15:39 · answer #4 · answered by chelebeee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My oldest daughter was into everything. She walked at 9 mos, she had 15 word vocabulary at 1 yr... she's not so much advanced as just smart as a whip for her age. It will get worse before it gets better (she's 4 this sept) and she can pretty much rebuild an engine if you let her. I realized though that I'm lucky she is smart and whenever I get to my breaking point with her I think to myself... if she wasn't doing anything then I would worry. Best bet is to keep him occupied and constantly rotate toys as my bet is that he gets bored quickly. get lots of those big blocks (leggo) for him to build with and if he is interested in books. Count yourself lucky that you have a smarty... just remeber to have patience because he will work a nerve any chance he can get.
Best of luck!
2007-02-19 22:32:30 · answer #5 · answered by navps78 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like an adventurous little boy. Just keep all unsafe bottles in a locked cupboard and teach him how to get down from chairs and ladders in a safe way. You can not keep an eye on him every second so just make things as safe as possilbe.
2007-02-19 21:21:05 · answer #6 · answered by Rachel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The boy is a natural born reasoner. He could be another Harry Houdini when he grows up.
In the mean time - Bolt down the furniture, padlock every door. If he gets past that..., its time for the lad to give David Copperfield and Chris Angel a run for their money. =o)
2007-02-19 20:07:30 · answer #7 · answered by Victor ious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont worry about it i was just like that at just about 16 months my parents had to put locks on both sides of there door because i had figured out how to unlock a door. I also figured out how to get out of my carseat, open up my moms jewelry box, and lots of other things. I am a pre teen now and my parents always say how they love the age im at now. So just hold in there youll make it!!!!!!!
2007-02-19 19:25:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds a bit advanced... and yes you are doomed.
You will have to learn to childproof your home. There have been millions of parents who had to deal with it before.
There are lots of "babyproofing" devices available. Cabinet latches and door knob covers are the first line of defense. Those work until the kid figures out how the latches work. Some have resorted to using hasps and padlocks.
2007-02-19 19:16:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your just doomed. This is perfectly normal for this age. Some are earlier than others, but he souds pretty normal. Kids are verbally advanced or physically. Good luck with the little terror, and take sometime out for you to relax!
2007-02-19 19:15:07 · answer #10 · answered by anamaradancer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋