Screeching Baby.. - Elkhorn,WI

I wouldn't ignore her by leaving her, rather I'd try responding with a low, quiet whisper voice and try to get her to mimic you. At this age, kids love to copy. It may take some time, but distraction also works best at this age. When you ignore her completely, she isn't old enough to get that her "behavior" is annoying, she just thinks you can't hear her and she needs to try louder. (Ignoring works better with much older kids). This is an age for copying and trying out sounds. If she does make a quiet cry or sound, try to really interact with her and respond with happy remarks, it will reinforce that type of noise. and kudos to you for two jobs and two kids - wow! I have one child and one full-time job and it's a lot!

Try and leave the room if she's safe and don't come back til she's quiet. Don't give eye contact, or anything. Or try this and sing a song or something.

I agree with Michelle. My daughter who just turned a year did the same thing...and still does from time to time. Whispering worked great...or any other noise that is tolerable to you. They will start to mimic everything you say and do. She gets a big kick out of whispering. Good luck!

Ahhh, the screech. I'm sorry to tell you that my 14-month-old still does it for attention, and attention or distraction is the only way to get it to stop.
My son usually wants a silly reaction (a funny face, goofy dance, sound effects) so he can get a good laugh and move on. If I'm not in the mood to make a fool of myself, I'll ask him where his ball is (his favorite toy), give him a book to look at, or turn on some fun music (he loves Who Let The Dogs Out by Baha Men).
Honestly, I think they just do it because they're bored and want to see, hear, or do something different and interesting.