Independence: Toddler, Exersaucer
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Walker V. Exersaucer
Asked by L.A. from New York
on March 18, 2011
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Ladies,
our five month old loves to "stand" and to "pedal his feet". He isn't happy in his swing, insists on being upright, and hasn't managed a crawl. I'd love a ...
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- The issue with the walkers isn't just stairs; it's that the baby can literally wheel himself into trouble - like over to the coffee table where a hot drink might be si...
- I would recommend an exersaucer. We had both a walker and an exersaucer with both of our children. I didn't really have safety concerns. And with the short amount o...
- Hello, we chose an exersaucer over a baby walker because the AAP does not recommend walkers: http://aapgrandrounds.aappublications.org/cgi/content/extract/3/1/1 an...
Independence for 11 Month Old
Asked by R.M. from Detroit
on January 8, 2009
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Does anyone have advice on how to help my 11 month old spend some play time alone? My husband and I have to constantly be entertaining him. He won't even sit in his ...
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- I'm sure you've got lots of wonderful toys for him to play with, but if you really need to get something done I found the Baby Einstein DVDs really great - I know that...
- Hi R. Every baby has a different personality...that being said, my 13 month old stopped having anything to do with being confined in an exersaucer 5-6 months ago......
- One thing that has worked for me is keeping my baby in the same room as me - in the highchair with some dry cereal snacks while I clean, on the floor with a toy while ...
I Am My 15 Month Olds Favorite Toy & Manners for 15 Month Old
Asked by G.H. from New York
on May 21, 2010
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Hi,
My 15 month old girl is very hyperactive & willful. It has just dawned on me that she really does whatever she wants and that we have apparently made / kept no ...
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- Hi G.- I didn't have the issue with my oldest needing my attention all day (he went to daycare) but we did have a problem with throwing food, not picking up toys an...
- Many toddlers will throw food or toys, not listen when you say no. It doesn't mean she is willful, she is testing the waters and has no way of knowing that these are n...
- Well, not trying to be mean spirited at all ( I swear!) but you created this and it will take some time and a Whole lot of patience to sort this out. First of all is t...
9 Month Old Doesn't Interact Very Much... Worried!
Asked by T.M. from Phoenix
on February 7, 2011
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My son is a little over 9 months old. Since he has learned how to crawl, stand and cruise, he doen't like to play with me (or anyone) anymore. He just wants to stand...
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- My DS was the same way and still is sometimes. I wouldnt worry, he is just exploring. My DS now will sit and interact for a bit then I have to catch his attention ag...
- My daughter was the same when she began to move and still is not good at sitting down and playing (2 1/2 years old). He's just exploring his world and his new skills....
- Lol. My son is 9 months too. He is exactly the same. And this is a perfectly normal part of development. No worries! :)
Needing Help with My 8 Month Old
Asked by T.H. from Topeka
on May 12, 2008
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I am a WAHM & having a issue with my daughter. I am the only person that she likes when we go anywhere. She is fine with Grandparents & my husband when I am not arou...
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- I understand completely what you are going through. My youngest daughter did the same thing. I tried holding her (in a baby sling) while I did the dishes, I tried ho...
- Dear T.: It sounds like you have a real "mama's girl". Some children are just very sensitive and clingy and this is their basic personality. I know it is trying, bu...
- I have three kids 7,5 and 3. I went through this with all of them. One way to start is to play peek a boo with her. Then leave the room and come back in. Make it game ...
Playtime for 6 1/2 Month Old
Asked by M.C. from Rockford
on October 11, 2008
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I'm a new mom of a 6 1/2 month old boy, so I'm very paranoid about everything. My husband just laughs at me because I think about things too much. I just want what's...
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- Hello- I have 3 children 6 years, 4 years and 22 months now.. I always kind of wondered about that too. But I learned it is so important for them to play alone. They...
- Studies show that kids who are left to play on their own develop broader imaginations and are more creative. Over scheduling activities actually hinders this and effe...
- It's okay to let him play on his own. Some days my five month old enjoys playing on his own and can entertain himself while i make and then eat dinner other days he n...
Help with a 6 Month Old Who Wants Constant Attention!
Asked by L.L. from Dallas
on May 19, 2008
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We have a beautiful 6 month old girl. I am finishing out the school year and will stay at home with her next year. She is currently in daycare. On evenings and week...
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- Get yourself a sling or an ergo or something like that so you can wear her while you're doing things. The more attention you give her, the less she'll need. It kind ...
- Do you really want to "break" your child of wanting to be with you? A childs infancy is when you set the foundation for all the years to come. The experts say that t...
- L. stop whatever ur doing n jusy play w/ ur baby it'll take 15 min tops n everyone will be better off (u to)my son is 9 mon n for a while he was just real moody always...
Help!!! Clingy 6 Month Old
Asked by L.D. from St. Louis
on December 27, 2006
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How do I get my 6 mo old to stop being so clingy! He cries when I walk out of the room, if someone else is holding him he just stares at me, if I sit on the floor wit...
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- this is developmentally appropriate behavior for a 6 month old. He is learning object permanence--that people and things still exist when he can't see them. You need ...
- I read somewhere that until they're 7 or 8 months old, babies don't realize when you leave the room that you are going to come back. I would say talk to him to try to ...
- Maybe having your other son play with him will help. I have a 2 year old and a 6 year old and when I have to get things done I have them entertain eachother.
7 Month Old That Won't Stop Crying
Asked by M.E. from Cedar Rapids
on May 11, 2007
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Heloo ladies, I am in dyer need for some help. My 7 month old is a very happy little girl, until you leave her side. Then she starts to cry and whine until you retu...
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- We had the same problem. We bought a Jumperoo and our son loves it. I'm at home during the day with him and when I need to take a shower or whatever I set him in there...
- Have you tried wearing her? The benefits are twofold - first, you can get things donehile keeping her close and happy, and second, you teach her that you will always ...
- It sounds like you have a wonderful daughter that is very attached to her mommy. It may help if you get some special toys or books and put them in a bag. When you need...
Getting 6 Month Old to Attach to a Lovey
Asked by E.C. from Los Angeles
on June 12, 2008
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I have a 6 month old little girl that has a pretty severe case of seperation anxiety, and I'd like to help her to become attached to a lovey, to comfort her when I can...
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- If she hasn't chosen anything yet, find something brightly colored that maked noise (my daughter's had a soft rattling sound) and get several of them. The bright color...
- I don't know about getting them to attach to blankets and such.. the only thing that works with my 10 month old baby boy (the newest love of my life) is to give him th...
- I would stick to one particular thing. Bring it everywhere you go. Especially when you are feeding and most of all when sleeping. The she'll get used to seeing this on...
