I have a 3 month old to take care of too and a job. I need tips or tricks that will keep my 2 year old from destroying the house or something that will keep him occupied, but he seems interested in everything, but his toys. I understand that he's curious and he will explore, but there needs to be a limit and I need help with enforcing that.
2007-11-25 23:55:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
baby gates. close doors to rooms you dont want him in. block off stairs and doors. they have latches for the fridge stove and cabinets buy and use them
2007-11-26 00:01:05 · answer #1 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Ok i guess i'm going to get lots of thumbs down for this. But anything to keep u sane.
Turn on baby tv.
MAKE a schedule for him. Like this time is for a walk outside with u and baby in stroller, this time for baby tv, time for toys or wtever utensils and stuff he like e.g dummy remote or real without batteries. Wtever pleases him.
Have time for cushion fight, have story reading time. And make sure u tell both kids a story, hold elder baby in ur lap and little one beside u in carry cot or something. Make funny faces
Basically anything that he likes. Also make sure u do everything the first answerer told u.
BABY TV is a life saver , it can keep him entertained for longer then anything. Just play that channel MOST of times even when he is not looking.Something will catch his attention, and then he will be kinda addictive to it. It will also help him learn.
U also need to have baby sitter or relative or playdates or some nursery for few hrs. dont worry everything will work out.
2007-11-26 02:41:13 · answer #2 · answered by abeer 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First, put everything you don't want them to touch out of their reach. Second, get all the baby-proof gear you can find and put it to use. Like invisible cabinet door locks (this requires a drill and a bit of work, maybe your husband can help?) see great review http://www.epinions.com/content_22112865924
Another choice item is a door knob cover that prohibits the little ones from opening the door yet allows you to do so. You can find these and other helpful items on the web under "babyproofing" also note, http://www.parents.com/parents/story.jsp?storyid=/templatedata/parents/story/data/2039.xml
for more great advice. There is a whole industry dedicated to the cause. Finally, let go of the idea of a completely tidy home 24/7. If you don't you will drive your self crazy and your kids will need counseling well into their adult years. Above all remember this time will pass all too quickly, before long they will be out on their own, leaving you longing for these crazy times.
Also secure all climbable tall furniture, with drawers, to the wall. Both of my children used drawers as stairs trying to get what was on top. Consequently, the furniture fell over on top of them and almost killed them. One can't be too careful. good luck!
2007-11-26 02:18:56 · answer #3 · answered by Joe D 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Baby gates and alternative toys on hand help. If your toddler starts grabbing breakables, immediately take them away, very gently say it's "breakable and we don't play with breakables, darling" and hand Toddler an appropriate toy or better yet, something that won't hurt and isn't a toy.
Try letting him sort the silverware (no steak knives) or "fold" the kitchen towels. Pots and pans inspection is hugely popular with most toddlers. Then there's "sink time" where they wash dishes for Mommy, like a big boy!
The key is finding something he'll stay at for more than two minutes. Good luck!
2007-11-26 00:03:21 · answer #4 · answered by Tseruyah 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
try rotating toys put some away and every motnh or so alternate the toys so he never gets bored of them try coloring books and crayons as well its sounds cheesy but most kids will stay occupied longer with them then a doll or car. Nick Jr. has coloring pages of kids favorite charcters and such you just print up a few then sit him down to color. Then show him a fun way to clean up whether its by matching colors or singing a song. Involve him in the clean up he will love it.at his age now it won't last forever
2007-11-26 00:01:49 · answer #5 · answered by Crystal B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gosh that seems normal. Its a hard age. I really don't think theres much you can do unless you put up gates. This is a annoying time but think about all the new things he's prob learning for the first time.
Wow..you have your hands full with two kids at home and working from home?? Not sure how you swing that.
2007-11-26 00:03:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The above answers are great. Also try envolving him in what you do. My 2-1/2 yr old loves to "HELP" me do whatever I'm doing, even cleaning house.
2007-11-26 00:05:06 · answer #7 · answered by Tazz 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sorry that's what 2 year olds do as a job
2007-11-26 00:14:18 · answer #8 · answered by blueberry 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
oh that is a normal thing.just buy a baby gate.
2007-11-26 05:01:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋