My son will be 3 in Nov. He is essentially an only child since his older brothers are 15, 21 and 21. I thought I was doing pretty well with him because he is sweet and usually cooperative. HOWEVER, lately he has been extremely demanding about things (I know normal toddler behavior). Example, he HATES if I get on the computer or do anything to where my attention is divided (not 100% on him). And he will scream a fit and make life miserable if I do not concede to his wishes. I find myself tolerating this behavior less and less. After all, he has to learn at some point that I am not his personal handmaid. He respects my DH personal space, but mine seems to be nonexistent. Even though I am the one who is consistent and do not give in.
What is a good technique for gently handling clingy, needy, whiny, screaming fits, etc. and teaching good boundaries without harm? It seems DS cries at the smallest frustration, I want him to be tougher and stand on his own two feet better.
What is a good technique for gently handling clingy, needy, whiny, screaming fits, etc. and teaching good boundaries without harm? It seems DS cries at the smallest frustration, I want him to be tougher and stand on his own two feet better.
Is all I can really offer. I don't know much how to deal with these situations. I know how you feel tho. DD is 2 and has been very clingy all night and all day for the past month! I have not been very tolerant. I keep telling myself it's a phase but gheesh when does this phase END!!!!! I hope some other mamas on here will chime in.
