Hitting: Toddler, Puppets
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How to Stop Child from Hitting Other Kids
Asked by A.O. from New York
on June 22, 2009
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How do I stop my 2 1/2 yeard old from hitting other kids? It's getting so frustating because i always tell him before hand "no hitting other kids" but, he still does.....
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- Dear A., I actually disagree with a lot of the moms who have posted on this topic. Not because I'm categorically opposed to discipline, but because I believe strong...
- Say firmly "Hitting is bad, no hitting"...aplogies to the child he has hit and remove your child from the situation with "time out." Sit him down next to you and let ...
- Remind him not to hit other kids only when it happens. When you tell him ahead of time your reminding him wow this is one thing I get a lot of attention for.so he will...
2 Year Old Hitting, Kicking & Pulling Hair
Asked by M.F. from Jacksonville
on December 17, 2008
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My daughter just turned 2 on December 15th. She started a little part time pre-school in September that she attends 3 days a week for 3 hours each day. Other than wh...
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- Hi M.- Its tough. Its normal for the age though. I think the most important thing is that your attitude be that the behavior is ABSOLUTELY NOT ACCEPTABLE. She may be l...
- Hi M. I am a preschool teacher for 8 years of older ones younger 2's. What works for me is to stay calm, crouch down to their level and show them a gentle touch. Ta...
- I happen to agree with you that time-outs don't make sense when they're so little...of course others will disagree, lol! google 'conscious discipline' and also take a...
My 5 Yr Old Son Has Been Hitting Kids at Kindergarten and Acting Out in Class!
Asked by S.H. from Houston
on September 3, 2010
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My son has only been in Kindergarten for 2 weeks and has been in trouble everyday but 2! He's been hitting other children, spitting, took a swing at the teacher and ju...
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- How was he before he started K? Was he well-behaved and obedient? Was he a little spitfire that you know how to somehow manage on your own terms? Do you consistently d...
- He's probably just anxious about being in a new environment where he doesn't have any control over what happens. He's always being told what to do, sit down, eat, what...
- How old was he before he started kinder if he is a young 5 year old he is probably not emotionally ready! Many kids that have summer birthdays especially boys really ...
Toys for 12 Month Old
Asked by K.N. from Minneapolis
on October 22, 2008
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I have been asked to make a Christmas list for my daughter who by the time Christmas comes along will be 12 months. I am looking for ideas ... maybe your child had a t...
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- K., I asked my pediatrician this question at this age and she said "the floor." It took me back, but she is right. Your daughter is going to just want to walk aro...
- Hi K.! Since she is trying to walk, a toy that she can walk with would be great. I had the same issue last year. My son was going to be just over a year old at Christ...
- For my oldest son's first birthday, we bought him Fisher Price Little People with a bus and a few cars, along with some books. For my youngest, we got him a ride-on...
Child Is Always Getting Hit/pushed in Preschool
Asked by Z.A. from Raleigh
on August 22, 2008
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My son is 4 years old and started going to preschool. Everyday he comes home crying and says that a child has either pushed or hit him in school. He is neither provoki...
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- I have no idea how video games can help, I say no to that one! I would go to the Director of the preschool and let he or she know what is going on. I would give it a...
- If the teacher don't care. And don't know how to calm it down. Then i would change school if that is possible . And fine one were The teachers really care.
- The main point to stress is that fighting is not the solution and just because he is getting pushed around and he is the one coming home sad doesn't make what the othe...
3 1/2 Yr Old Who Hits Our Dog
Asked by M.M. from Detroit
on April 1, 2009
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Help! We recently adopted a beautiful 2 year old lab retriever who has adjusted great to our home. He has a great temperament and is pretty obedient. The problem th...
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- Ok, don't know if it will help either, but I would probably do a timeout with my child if they were doing that at 3 1/2. I use the timeout method when they are misbeh...
- Its almost like kids this age go through a "puppy stage" when they think they're just playing but are being too rough. We have an older chow/rot mix, so we've always ...
- well... I hope this doesnt sound bad but my step-son used to hurt my cats when I started dating my husband. Whatever he did to the cats I did to him, for example.... I...
Bored 14 Month Old -
Asked by M.M. from Fresno
on May 26, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I am starting to think my daughter is getting bored during the day. What are some things I can do to help make the day better for her? Sadly there is one p...
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- How about your local library. They tend to offer lots of entertainment to little ones. At our library they have Mom & Me time, story times, toys for kids to play wit...
- Hi M., A plastic pool you can either fill with water when it's hot, or fill it with plastic balls for a ball pit! Also, a small plastic play structure with a slide ...
- Swing, baby pool, & sandbox ought to be plenty. Maybe some more advanced indoor toys? Why are you thinking she's bored? If she's not walking quite yet, irritability...
Ideas on Activities for a 13 Month Old
Asked by M.S. from Boston
on March 23, 2007
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I am looking for different types of activities to do with my 13 month old daughter,I want her to be able to earn something as we as have fun, but I want to try someth...
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- Hey M. - Over the winter I was going to Pottery Barn Kids (free) storytime. It's at 10:30am on Tuesdays at the Providence Place Mall. I found it was fun for my so...
- my youngest is 15 months olds and we do lots of things. I live in new bedford and we go to the Buttonwood Park zoo often. I start her in the stroller but allow her to ...
- Try your Local YMCA. I am a Mom to 3 beautiful children 7,4,and 2 and have been taking my kids to YMCA since they have been babies. It is a wonderful organization, wit...
Good Presents for 2 Year Old
Asked by S.C. from Los Angeles
on October 19, 2008
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What did your 2 year old love? Or not love? I am trying to find good presents for my almost 2 year old for Christmas AND Birthday! I learned last year that some presen...
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- My favorite gifts to give and receive are books. Books, books, books. :)
- Definitely a play kitchen. a play vet or doctor set A petite bike or ride-on toy Leap frog magnetic talking letters Leap Frog letter factory video hand puppets ...
- I also was going to suggest Little People. My daughter couldn't get enough of them at that age. Also, a baby stroller or toy shopping cart to push around along with so...
Toy Recommendations for 1-Year Old
Asked by T.R. from Denver
on February 8, 2009
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My daughter is turning 1 in a few weeks and am wondering what the latest and greatest toys are for 1-2 year olds. Was thinking of a play kitchen so if anyone has one ...
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- Hi T., You don't need to spend alot of money on presents for a 1yr old. My 1yr olds always loved the simple toys. Like a little plastic baby piano, or the giggle phon...
- Hi! I'd recommend a doll stroller, nesting boxes, toys for the tub, and a kitchen would be great! But I'd recommend you get wooden toy foods, not plastic.
- Ditto on the Leap Frog learning table. Huge hit at our house. I just got a Chicco (sp?) used from a friend and it's been a big hit w/ my 2-year-old. It's very small,...
