she gets into evrything that she can see. everything is put up but she always finds that one thing. i dont know if i should tap her on her hands or tap her on her butt. i just dont know. my husband is gone traveling for work and i dont know what to do. please help!!!!
2007-08-08 02:23:22 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
You distract her with something else, remove the dangerous thing, and go on with your life. Exploration is normal and wonderful - you should not hinder that development. If you can't distract her, you tell her "No touching the [vase, vcr, whatever]. It will give you an [owie, boo-boo, whatever you call it]. And put it out of reach.
This is actually normal behavior. It requires a grip of effort, but she should be encouraged. You just have to stay on your toes, as we all did.
2007-08-08 12:50:32 · answer #1 · answered by ~Biz~ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, i suggest blocking off an area that is safe.. or keeping her in a playpen when you can't keep your eyes directly on her.
Running after any age baby is a lot of work.. but be strong and remember.. she's just a wee baby. No tapping anything yet maybe.. i think she's even too young to associate the hand slap with the thing she's doing at the moment.
I think it's best to concentrate on keeping her in a small area that is totally baby proof (check kids stores and the like for 'kid fences' or something like that).
.... be careful with tapping or spanking... in the end if not used properly it can just teach a child that hitting is the way to resolve a problem. A good loud (but not too loud) "no" as you move your baby from the thing she's playing with will eventually do the same thing as 'tapping' her on the hand or butt. It takes longer and takes more patience, but you'll feel better about it.. and your baby will never flinch from you when you come near ;) ... know what i mean.
2007-08-08 09:34:22 · answer #2 · answered by queen_kiddo 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I have a 20 month old and he has been getting into EVERYTHING since he started walking at age 10 months. I started by firmly saying NO when he was touching something or doing something he shouldn't be and then giving him something he can play with (redirecting him). He started throwing tantrums and throwing the toy I had given him so at around 15 months, (and just when he was hurting others or doing something dangerous) and after saying no 2 times, if he still wasn't listening I would tap his hand and say NO. At 18 months I started putting him in his room by himself with the door shut (make sure the room is child proof if you do this) for 1-2 minutes and he would be much better when I let him come out of him room.
2007-08-08 09:35:30 · answer #3 · answered by blue eyes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is only 9 months!!! There is no way to discipline a baby, and I wouldn't try it either. She will not understand. Just tell her no and take the item away or move her to a safer area. Your 9 month old is just showing signs of her curiosity. I believe it is important in her every day development. Just make sure she is safe. What I do with my 8 month old, who is VERY curious, when I don't want her to play with something i tell her "no" and explain why. She may not understand, but I am trying to get into the habit of explanations because one day she will understand!
2007-08-08 10:12:49 · answer #4 · answered by motherhoodisthebest! 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just tap her hand
she is only 9 months old (she is still a baby)
let her understand the word "NO"
The best thing for you to do
is let her watch Sponge BOB like most kids
this will bring her attention towards something else
Or just
(GET A PLAY PIN)
2007-08-08 09:32:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Tell her NO repeatedly when she grabs at the thing. It will take many no's and she may cry bur eventually she will learn that all of the stuff is not there for her to play with. When mine were little, I left all my stuff out and I let them have one thing that they just couldn't help themselves but to touch. It worked out well.
2007-08-08 09:41:33 · answer #6 · answered by jacquie 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Keep telling her no and be patient. You cant punish a child for doing something they dont know is wrong and at thaty age, i dont think they have a complete grasp on what no means. Replace your breakables with stuffed animals and plastic toys.
2007-08-08 09:52:43 · answer #7 · answered by mable3691214 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
When she turns 3 you can discipline her.
Until then, it is up to you to restrain her and create safe places in your home where she can't get into things.
Ever hear of 'childproofing'? See my link for information.
Take a parenting class or get a good parenting book.
2007-08-08 09:32:49 · answer #8 · answered by oohhbother 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
lady calm down she's just a baby she is now discovering things and that's what baby's do they don't know so they touch to find out buy a play pin.
2007-08-08 10:53:51 · answer #9 · answered by shay love 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
honey word's hurt more then a slap say it wit a frim voice and get down face to face and stay on it and if she don't stop get a blanket and make her stay on it and tell her why she is there and everytime she does it put her back and tell her again kid's are smarter then people think they are
2007-08-08 09:33:59 · answer #10 · answered by momalleyray 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋