I gave my niece 2 hotdogs and two biscuits for lunch. Then about half an hour later she decided she was hungry again. She had told me that she was going to watch TV, and I decided I could check on her every 15 minutes or so. Well, I was in my room and I noticed that the house smelled like smoke, so I went to the kitchen and found out she had put another biscuit in the microwave. How should I handle this kind of situation? I've already talked to her about it, but I want to make sure she understands. Any help provided is greatly appreciated.
2007-11-19 07:25:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
The reasoning skills of a 4 year old are still very much in the development stage. This particular situation simply shows she was hungry and decided to do something about it. So, points for resourcefulness for her, but as the adult, it is your responsibility to set the perameters. Every child is different and some 4 year olds can do very nicely without continuous supervision for 15 minutes at a time. Others may need that supervision to protect themselves, others, and the things around them. I am sure your niece's goal was not to burn the house down, but simply to get some more to eat. It may take numerous repeating, but I suggest you tell her that when she is at your house, it is your job to fix food for her and it is her job to tell you when she is hungry. Additionally, tell her that the microwave is only for adults to use and she may not put anything in it or push the buttons unless you are there with her. Hot dogs and biscuits aren't necessarily the most healthy of choices. Adding some vegetables and a fruit with some milk to drink would probably help fill her tummy a bit better for a longer period of time. It may be helpful to sit and watch TV with her or at least be in the same room with her. If she doesn't spend much time at your house, she may not remember the rules from time to time, but if she visits on a regular basis then she should pick up quickly to the rules of the house. Be consistant and be clear with your expectations.
2007-11-19 08:30:28 · answer #1 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A 4 year old should be monitored constantly. 15 minutes is a very long time! Your lucky nothing worse happened. Talking to her was correct but you need to take some blame also for leaving her unsupervised for so long.
2007-11-19 07:34:51 · answer #2 · answered by Badkitty 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you talked to her about it .. that lasted a minute of memory you need to watch her at ALL times her needs to be monitored . she is only 4 and has absolutly no common sense and she will tell you she understands until that tummy grumbles again and you are not around .. and she will put something else in that microwave and who knows what might happen
2007-11-19 07:35:51 · answer #3 · answered by jgilbertdo 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-17 07:22:06 · answer #4 · answered by Erika 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A four year old needs supervision. Explain to her that she needs to ask you before using the microwave, and then keep a closer watch over her.
2007-11-19 07:31:13 · answer #5 · answered by daa 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Try to explain that a microwave or stove can only be used when someone is there. If she wants more food she must ask an adult for help.
2007-11-19 07:40:47 · answer #6 · answered by Joe 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
you should have been watching her. you should never leave a small child unattended for even 5 minutes. you should have also given her more to eat
2007-11-19 07:39:56 · answer #7 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are baby sitting.. then you need to keep your eye on her all the time....
2007-11-19 07:29:53 · answer #8 · answered by ツ Connors Mommy ツ 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋