Disrespect & Disobedience: Preschooler
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Unruly 3 Year Old
Asked by D.D. from Syracuse
on July 24, 2008
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I wrote a couple of weeks ago and i really need some advise. My 3 year old girl is completely out of control. She does not listen to anyone, she is horribly bratty, ...
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- Some days I can really relate to that with my 3 year old. I have been really scrutinizing what causes a bad day vs. a good day... Bad days involve poorly schedule...
- D., maybe that is why she's acting out, because she's not going to be the only one in your life anymore. when she rips toys out of other kids hands, do you see ...
- It will be tough for a while, but have you tried recognizing and praising good behaviour when it happens and ignoring the bad behaviour as long as no one is hurt or in...
I Have a 3 Year old...enough Said :)
Asked by J.L. from Portland
on July 11, 2008
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OK, mainly I'm just venting, but of course would love any ideas, input, etc. from those who have or have had 3 year old boys. My biggest frustration is...why in the wo...
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- Hi, I know you were just thanking the group and already had a lot of ideas, but the potty training...I wanted to let you know what my son did. He didn't want to s...
- Hi Jackie, I got your post late but I can't help responding. Seems you are not alone by all the responses. I was right there with you a few years back.My first born da...
- I feel exactly the same way! We had a behaviorist come for evaluation and her report said he would not listen 90% of the time. He kicked me when I had to change his n...
Is 'Darn It!' Appropriate for a 3 Year Old?
Asked by J.P. from Pittsburgh
on December 31, 2009
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My husband and I are in a bit of a disagreement about this.
I am not an extremely formal or strict parent, and I don't think of 'darn it' as an offensive phrase in...
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- my 4.5 year old likes to say "oh man!' like swiper, from Dora! haha! maybe you could substitute that? :-)
- I'm really surprised that so many people think "Darn it" is improper. It's such a grandmotherly term. I do think we should all be mindful of the things we say--not to ...
- Hi J.! My husband and I require our children to use proper language. The bottom line is that what you speak conveys information about you and your home life whethe...
Normal 3 Year Old Behavior?
Asked by S.P. from Philadelphia
on June 15, 2008
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Hi Moms
I am hoping that other Mom's who have already raised a 3 year old boy can give me some advice or insight. I just don't know if this is typical 3 year old bo...
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- Check out this website for some helpful information www.dianecraft.org V.
- I would echo what some of the other moms have said - It's worth your piece of mind to have him evaluated for an Autism Spectrum disorder. I work with these kids a lot...
- My daughter was very sensitive to noise as well when she was young. The movie trailers in the movie theater are always loud and made her cover her ears, and she would...
Stressed Out with My 3 Year Old Daughter
Asked by J.B. from Los Angeles
on September 28, 2010
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hi mamas! as most of you know i have a very strong headed 3 year old daughter. as of about a month ago she really started acting up. she now hits, kicks, yell, screams...
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- What seems to work for me is teaching my child positive conflict resolution skills instead of negative. For example: Do not punish for kicking MIL by sending her to ...
- Hi J., I read the other posts before posting,and as an experienced mother of 27 years, it seems that there are so many excuses given as to why these children do not be...
- You are sooo not alone! My daughter is 4 1/2 now and is also very strong-willed. She is insanely smart and could talk in full sentences a few months after turning one....
Stubborn 4 Year Old
Asked by C.H. from Dallas
on May 25, 2008
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My son is 4 years old and most of the time he is a really good boy, but there are times when he does not listen. If he's in a mood, he does what he wants, when he wan...
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- This is an exact description of my middle son, he just turned 5 this month. Here are things that I have found: The key is to deal with him calmly. If you get upset ...
- Make sure your little guy NEVER wins when he acts like this. Make sure the consquences of this bahaviour is always worse than the pleasure he gets from defying you. ...
- Read "Love and Logic" for a great way to talk to your child. It is all about natural consequences and teaching your child to be a thinker. www.loveandlogic.com
Aggression in a 4 Year Old
Asked by A.M. from Peoria
on June 24, 2010
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Anyone out there who has problems with an overly aggressive child? I do not need anyone telling me that kids will be kids when they have not seen what is happening in...
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- Could food allergies be a factor? My son was out of control until I figured out what he was reacting to. It took me 5 years and lots of doctor appointments until I f...
- Mom, I would call the clinic where you have the appt and ask to be called asap if there are any cancellations to get your child in sooner. Also ask yourself has somet...
- I don't believe in the "Boys will be Boys" theory. I think that's an excuse. In your case, it sounds like there are issues that need to be medically or psychologic...
4 Year Old Behavior
Asked by J.K. from Phoenix
on January 11, 2009
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My daughter just turned 4 is out of control, from the moment she wakes up she has this attitude and doesn't listen at all. it is so frustrating, i put her in time out...
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- Try 123 Magic by Dr. Phelan. I know many many families that this has worked for, including my own. With any philosophy the key is consistancy! Good luck! Jenny
- My first response was to say "good luck with that!". My 13 year old was the same. Teachers, other parents say she is the sweetest child. Not so much for me. As soo...
- I'm now on my third 4 year old and all I can say is good luck! The behavior you have described sounds pretty normal to me. My first two kids outgrew (and survived ;-...
3 Year Old Boy- Is Very Moody
Asked by N.B. from Grand Rapids
on February 9, 2009
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Hello everyone i have a 3 year old boy whom has bad mood swings. For the most part he is the average boy. You know wild, rambuxious, rough, likes to repeat himself a...
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- N., I was just working at a day care when my boy was 4 and some of the attitude sounds like mine. And the lady that ran the day care said her kids acted like that whe...
- I'm probably very off base, but I would recommend talking to your pediatrician. The behavior you are describing sounds very much like my husband. Okay, they are both...
- HI N. I think part of it is a phase and being a boy. But it could also be a sign of food sensitivity (however I'm not a doc). You could keep a food log and jot down ...
My 4-Year Old Wets His Pants Daily
Asked by C.B. from Dallas
on April 16, 2008
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Help! My 4-year old wets his pants daily (not at the same time) and he says it's because he didn't want to stop playing (or whatever else he was doing) to go use the r...
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- My daughter use to do the samething. I just limited the amount of juice and milk she's aloud to have before bedtime (2 hours before bedtime) and nap time (1 hour befor...
- Let him be responsible for his own accidents. He MUST stop immediately what he is doing, go to the bathroom, take his wet clothes off, run a bath himself, and bathe h...
- Tell him it does not make you proud when he wets his pants, then askhim if it makes him proud when he wets his pants. Then, tell him it really makes you proud when he...
