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Here's one for any parent. I have a two year old that just does not want to listen. I hate yelling at her. I feel so bad about it because it seems like that's all I do. I just don't know what to do with her. We're not allowed to smack a child anymore. Timeout just doesn't work, and sending her to bedroom just gives her the opportunity to tear her mattress up. She tells us no all the time, pushes her one year old brother around and other simple, stupid stuff. She can be a good girl. She knows that what she's doing is wrong. She's very smart. It's like she's intentionally pushing buttons.
Today she decided that she didn't want the milk I gave her. She decided to take the lid off of the cup (it's a sippy cup) and dump the milk all over the floor. Then she was playing in it. She does know better.
Does anybody have any suggestions on how to handle these things? I really wish I didn't have to yell at her so much. I do love her, but she needs to know that she can't be doing the things that she's doing.
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Posted by eternity323 on 2007-10-31 12:52:33 | Rating: | Views: 161
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I wish I had better advice for you. The only thing I can say is to keep working the time outs. Desiginate a naughty spot and that's where she goes when she acts up. Let her know that's where she goes when she's naughty. Don't talk to her when she's acting that way, just put her there. If she walks out... without saying anything to her, pick her up and put her back on the spot.
One of my friends when she feels like she's going to yell she whispers... it makes her child stop fussing and listen because she can't hear what her mother is saying. Not only that but it will help you keep your cool.
Next time your daughter makes a mess with her milk - have her help you clean it up.
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Posted by Whitters
on 2007-10-31 12:58:13
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I agree with whitters. Find a corner where she has to sit and think for a few minutes about what she did and then make her apologize. If she tears something up, make her clean it up. She does nothing else until then. It's the terrible 2's! And I hate to say it but it doesn't get any easier. I have one who is turning 13 Sunday and I think I am going to knock his teeth out of his mouth anyday. But really, you don't have to beat her but pop her. Let her feel the sting a little. It takes time and a LOT of patience. Good luck mommy!
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Posted by missbittersweet
on 2007-10-31 13:01:40
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Okay, time out is great in theory, but it has never worked for me. If she is bright, try taking away something that means something to her as punishment, and give it back when she appologizes...sincerely. Cartoons, outside time, treats, things like that are best, just make sure not to take something she uses for security like a blanket...other than that...i'm there with ya sister, mine are 11(pain)4(princess) and 18 months(bad ass). Good Luck!
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Posted by Rajah1116
on 2007-10-31 13:07:08
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You may just have to ride the storm out. She will outgrow it. Maybe when she is about five LOL. Cherish it you will laugh about it later. My 8 year old when he was 2 he got into the kitchen and found the chocolate mix and poured it all over the floor then took out the full gallon of milk and poured that on top of the choco mix and proceeded to make his own chocolate milk. LOL what a mess but we laugh about it now. You will cherish these precious moments as they grow so quickly. Take care and enjoy every moment and try to remember that they are just acting their age. Love ya! Stay Safe.
JR
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Posted by Rainbow
on 2007-11-09 18:36:00
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Just so you know I have a 3 year old at home and yes he does the same things. Sometimes its hard for me not to smile when I am talking to him you know when he is being naughty. What a cutie.
Jr
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Posted by Rainbow
on 2007-11-09 18:38:11
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