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5 Year Old Son Whiny and Disrespectful!!
Asked by D.H. from Milwaukee
on November 18, 2008
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I'm at a loss on this one! Our son is 5 years old and the youngest of 5. For several months now he has been VERY VERY whiny. He is also being disrepectful. When I ...
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- D., I don't think this has anything to do with a lack of attention. Did he just start Kindergarten? My first child did this, and my second to some extent. There ...
- It sounds to me like maybe he is getting too much attention! You don't mention in your email, but I wonder if he has activities outside the house. Preschool or swim le...
- On a practical level, when my son hits these phases (where his behavior just seems to deteriorate and he's constantly whining and cranky and sassy), I first look to hi...
Not Always Nice to Younger Sibling
Asked by D.H. from Victoria
on September 11, 2008
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My 2 1/2 year old daughter is rough and sometimes mean to my 3 month old and 7 month old nephew that I watch during the day. I'm not sure if she understands her behav...
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- I would suggest having her "help" with the babies. Ask her to get a diaper for the baby or sing him/her a song and then praise her enthusiastically and give her a hu...
- Explain, explain, and explain. Then, punish or praise, punish/praise, etc.
- At the age of 2 disciplining should come into play.1 min in the corner for each year.your daughter is two so let her know when she does something that is unexceptable ...
How Do I Get My 14 Month Old to Quit Pulling Hair?
Asked by N.W. from Kansas City
on September 13, 2007
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My son loves to pull hair. It's when he's happy and playing or when he's mad or any time in between. I have to warn the babysitter's at the gym to watch him around o...
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- I recently had a problem with my 14month old biting. Someone told me to gently pull his hair every time right when he did it. I HATE hurting my kids so I was hesitan...
- Yeah, I have to agree he is too young for time outs. Actually, there is a lot of research that time outs don't work with kids of any age. And slapping his hand or pu...
- This is a hard one. Babies just go through these kind of stages. Think of your son as a little scientist. He is just pulling hair to see what happens. The bigger the r...
Seeking Advice About Discipline
Asked by A.H. from Fayetteville
on June 4, 2008
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I have a 9 1/2 month old that is just a joyful easy going baby with nothing but smiles and laughter but when she gets upset and tired she pinches! It really hurts and ...
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- I know this doesn't help --- but wanted to let you know that this is a very common phase that your little girl will grow out of, especially when she is able to communi...
- My daughter used to pinch and I didn't do anything about it for a long time. She did it for about 6 or 7 months. Around 14 months old she finally got me really good on...
- Well, I never had this problem with my two children. But, I do feel that she is trying to get your attention. Even if it's negative attention. I wouldn't pop her bec...
Sassy Three Year Old
Asked by A.H. from Little Rock
on November 28, 2006
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My three year old (okay, not quite three yet) has the mouth of a 16 year old on her. If she is reprimanded, she will look me in the face, and tell me not to talk to h...
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- I would try grounding, (no tv, or no favorite toy) and see if that helps.
- Hello A. - I haven't had that experience (yet), my son is 18 months old, but I did hear a great discussion on the radio about 2 weeks ago and there is a Dr. who is a b...
- I don't have a daughter, but I do have three boys. Boys can be rather rude and nasty at times. I would do what everyone else is saying to do. If she does not listen...
I Am About Ready to Yank All My Hair Out!!!
Asked by J.M. from Bismarck
on March 16, 2007
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I need helpful ideas in dealing with my 6 year old. He has an extreme case of Attention Deficit and Hyperactiviy Disorder along with Oppositional Defiance Disorder. He...
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- Sorry J., I DO NOT BELIEVED ON ATTENTION DEFICIT D.......or many issues they created for kids. I had two of my friends putting their kids on drugs because of this an...
- Hi J...I understand that it must be hard to go through all this while you have such a young one at home too. I just watched an episode of SuperNanny that talked about ...
- Hi J.! My heart is with you on this one! You certainly have your hands full! I just got done councelling two sisters, one with ADD and one with ODD. Their mother came...
Babysitting Issues...
Asked by K.J. from Columbus
on July 31, 2007
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I watch 5 kids and then my 8 month old baby. The kids are 2,3,5,6 and 9. There are 3 boys, all their parents are split up and they use their moms. So, I cant get them ...
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- Hi K.! My name is K.,I'm a stay-at-home mom too. I also babysit to help make ends meet. I've been home babysitting for 11 years now,my son is 13 and I have 2 foster ch...
- I'd conference w each mom and tell them your concerns. A real day care center would do that, and so would their school! The parents need to be made aware. My day ca...
- There is a book called 1-2-3 Magic. It works better than ANYTHING I have ever done. I have tried lots... my kids are stubborn and tell me the same thing. Most impo...
Sweet but Stubborn 4 Year Old
Asked by J.N. from Seattle
on August 7, 2009
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I'm not sure how to put this into words...my 4 year old is such a sweet loving kid, however, he is going to be known as "that kid the bully". For example, he plays on...
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- I think Karate might be fantastic- but be VERY mindful when you're looking at studios ( like you wouldnt) --- because some Karate and Taikwando teachers encourage roug...
- To be honest, from your decription he sound like about any 4 year old boy I know. Some are more physical than others, but as long as it is more a matter of him being u...
- It sounds to me like your child might have some sensory issues. We have just been through this with my daughter. Because you say that your other child is not having ...
Bad Behavior
Asked by A.K. from Honolulu
on August 6, 2009
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My 5 year old has very bad behavior. He doesn't listen to me at all. He just started kindergarten 2 days ago and the teacher already sent home bad behavior notices. Sh...
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- You have gotten some good responses so far. I particularly agree with Stephanie's. I would like to add something, however. Just because the behavior is not desirabl...
- Hey A., I was an elementary school teacher for 17 years and from my experience following directions/listening is learned skill. It needs to be taught at home. You m...
- A., I feel for you in your frustration and guilt about your son. The basics which are so important for improving behavior include rewarding him ( with attention, "hi...
