Okay, how much is normal when it comes to an 8 month old boy grabbing himself during diaper changes? My son starts grabbing and pulling at his privates as soon as I get the diaper off. Sometimes it takes two people to change his diaper (like when he's poopy) because his hands are always in the way. ANd sometimes he pulls so hard on himself I'm afraid he's going to pull it off (not likely, I know, but still...). My other son didn't start doing this till he was like 18 months. Is this normal behavior, or should I mention it to his doctor at the next appointment?
2007-09-12 09:04:05 · 15 answers · asked by Starfall 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Tried giving him toys--he just throws them down and plays with himself. Guess that toy is more fun???
2007-09-12 09:16:30 · update #1
It is his own body which is always off limits because the diaper is there... think about it... he can touch his toes, eyes, hair, whatever he wants so when the diaper comes off is it just a natural response now that he knows "Something" is there... if you NEVER let him touch his toes he would probably do the same thing when he got the chance. So if he likes it, you should probably give him a little extra time to get his curiousity over with...
2007-09-12 11:41:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's perfectly normal for your son to be doing this. At this age, he has no idea that his private area is any different than his toes or ears, it's all new to him and he's just exploring. It's important not to scold him or tell him it's wrong because you don't want him to develop a complex about it so early. I always tell my daughter that it's ok to touch yourself when you're alone but it's rude to do it in front of other people. I know your son is really young and won't at all understand that but maybe if you have that frame of mind, it will help you deal with it now. Just make sure he's not hurting himself and a toy or distraction is a good idea to save messes while changing dirty diapers :-)
2007-09-12 10:29:35 · answer #2 · answered by colby6187 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is absolutely normal curiousity. A baby learns from using his senses, touch and taste and sight mostly at that age. That is why they are always putting things into their mouths.. to try them out and see what they are made of. Don't be concerned and definitely don't make a big issue and say "DONT DO THAT" because you will harm his learning abilities right at the beginning of his growing years. If it is bothersome or if guests are over, then change him in a private area and give him something else to occupy his hands with. He will grow out if it on his own......and go right into the stage of checking out someone else. Have fun. Wait until he grabs the boobs in a public restaurant. They are just babies and babies need to learn without any harrassment that will make them grow up upset or questioning life all the time. At that age in life, the only NO'S should be against getting into things that can really harm them like electrical outlets or unsafe cupboards or the toilet, etc.
2007-09-12 09:14:56 · answer #3 · answered by 'Sunnyside Up' 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
toddlers can self-soothe from an quite youthful age. It purely ability that they are quietly in mattress and occupy themselves until now falling asleep. Stuff like mobiles, radio white noise and fancy bedside lamps that undertaking pictures onto the ceiling help. I additionally disagree with letting a newborn cry, tremendously until now the age of 6 months. in many cases by way of fact the longer they cry, the extra disappointed they grow to be and in the event that they nod off, it can not be a physically powerful restful sleep. you do no longer might desire to %. up the infant while he cries. i discover that purely getting into the room, have a pat and a splash chat helps a lot. And shop smiling despite in case you have already been in the mattress room 10 cases! Or save your capability, grab a e book and a chair and examine aloud. toddlers go with to comprehend that Mum is close to.
2016-12-13 07:18:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always give my son a toy or whatever is handy when I change a poopy diaper. It keeps his hands out of it.
2007-09-12 09:08:41 · answer #5 · answered by L. T. 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think he's just putting his hands where your hands are and grabbing whatever he can. You should have a 9 month appt coming up, you can mention it just to get a peace-of-mind from the Dr..
Have you tried giving him a teething or other toy for changing time to distract him?
2007-09-12 09:08:30 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would think it is normal. Talk to his doctor at his next appointment. In the meantime, try giving him somthing to keep his hands busy.
2007-09-12 09:10:33 · answer #7 · answered by jewls011 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son started about that age, and I had to keep an eye on him during naked time as sometimes he would yank it until it was raw.
I would only be concerned it it seems to be bothering him, like itchy or in pain.
2007-09-12 09:14:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would imagine that pretty much anything an 8-month old does can be considered normal or natural. the nurture aspect of things hasn't kicked in just yet.
2007-09-12 09:14:40 · answer #9 · answered by §eeker 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its perfectly normal...you just need something to distract him while you are havign a diaper change...baby cookie maye??
2007-09-12 10:28:12 · answer #10 · answered by mommy_2_liam 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋