I just asked a question about discipline, thanks for all the advice. My other question is -- does anyone else have a 15-16-17 month old son who NEVER sits still. My son is ALWAYS very "busy" as his grandma likes to say. He goes from one thing to another to another to another- usually things he is not supposed to be into. I know it's probobly very normal, I just wanted to hear from other moms who are worn to a frazzle chasing their son around keeping him out of things. Also, he is obsessed with the remote, he will scream if I take it from him. Anyone else?
2007-10-23 06:13:16 · 18 answers · asked by sali s 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Sounds very familiar. My daughter is 13 months old and rarely sits still. She goes from room to room, often wanting things she can not have, rearranging things, and pulling out all of her toys without really stopping to play with any of them for very long. She is my first, so I can't really tell you how long this phase lasts. However, I have found that she enjoys cleaning up as much as she likes making a mess. So I try to make a game out of it. We sing and clean up together and it keeps her distracted without my having to do all of the cleaning up behind her! Good luck!
2007-10-23 06:19:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is very normal. your son is an explorer, he is curious, and whants to check out his world in every possible way. At this age it is difficult for them to understand reason, and so you do end up chasing them around endlessly, until they learn what they can and can not do. I always loved when my son would look directly at me as I was saying no, and then go for it anyway, with a mischevious look on his face. Your son is testing the world around him to see what his limits are, and what limits you will set for him. Consistancy is the main thing, you have to be consistant, so that he does not get confused. Most babies like the remote for some reason. I guess they like pushing all the buttons, and if they can make the TV do something, even better. Also very normal. My son at 2 years old, though, would sit through an entire disney movie. So, they do eventually outgrow it, and learn their limits. Enjoy it as much as you can, because they grow up so fast. My son is now 20, and it seems like I only had him a few years ago, lol.
2007-10-23 13:54:56 · answer #2 · answered by CSmom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL. Loved the responses. Yep, it is fun!! I have a 22 month old and a 3 year old!! And they both are like that... and whatever one is doing looks better than what they were doing.
I am so convinced that Girls nights outs were invented by MOM's with Toddlers!! Plan a date with your friends... and then do it at least once a month... you need the time to relax and have fun and save yourself from saying no and re-directing!! LOL. Just remember some day they won't be running around your house.. they will be running away from you... and enjoy all their adventures while they are so little and cute!! Take care.
2007-10-23 14:13:43 · answer #3 · answered by crissygirly 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Haha! Welcome to the terrible 2's! I think they should call it the terrible 2,3,4,5's because that is how long it lasts-sometimes longer! I have a 6 and 4 year old with one on the way. I can tell you from experience that kids this age just have so much energy and not very long attention spans so this is just totally normal for them to be bouncing from one thing to the other. Their curiousity about the world will always get them into trouble but just remember that all they are trying to do is learn! Have Fun!
2007-10-23 13:59:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
LOL I am in the SAME boat at the moment.My 26 month old Never sits still,he has been this way every since he learned to walk.My son is also obsessed with the remote,phones and anything electronic.Try getting a cheap remote at the store,or give him an old one you don't use and then he can have one all to his on.That is what we did and it worked.
2007-10-23 13:18:53 · answer #5 · answered by Victory 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my daughter is the same way i think it just come with the curiosity of that age she is 15 months. just let him explore and make sure the house is completely baby proof. if there is a room he shouldn't be in (like the bathroom) keep the door closed. if he likes the remote just take the batteries out. he will calm down soon. but enjoy this time all you can try even taking pictures of the funny things he does.
2007-10-23 13:21:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
ME! ME! ME! My 18 month old daughter is always on the run. It is now impossible to take her to a restaurant because she sits in the highchair all of two minutes before she is climbing her way out to go "explore." Frazzled is an understatement!
2007-10-23 14:05:22 · answer #7 · answered by ashley g 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my son is exactly like this but he is only 12 mos. I have a 3 yr old daughter as well. she was similar to this but not to the degree my son is. I know how frustrating it can be, but I always keep my cool by thinking, he is happy, healthy and curious.
2007-10-23 13:20:47 · answer #8 · answered by Joanne P 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its called being a toddler... My 17 month old is the same way. We read the same books night after night, she keeps the remote from us, chase her to get her pj's on. Its all the same.
2007-10-23 13:24:47 · answer #9 · answered by Brown Eyed Girl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
been there. Buy him a play remote and give him that one instead. But make sure it looks real. It is normal, but its frustrating. My son has a whole bunch of scary words the doctor told me. ADHD and autism and ADD. Let him "help" you out.
2007-10-23 13:23:49 · answer #10 · answered by Black Widow Mollie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋