We do the same holding hands/ or be carried in parking lots, on sdiewalks, etc...
I also use a big scared voice when discribing the street and cars. We describe where we are at, and I think what made it work for us, is that I say, "You need to hold my hand because we are where the cars are and they could give you OWIES." The word 'owie' is one she knows and understands. Have you tried that? Or another word you use when he gets hurt?
Although I don't remember when she actually caught on, I also don't remember it being an issue before about 18 months.
But thenm I don't remember having difficulties with her listening to me saying STOP, when going farther on the lawn then I wanted her.
i am sure however that other mams here will have good advice for you.
I also use a big scared voice when discribing the street and cars. We describe where we are at, and I think what made it work for us, is that I say, "You need to hold my hand because we are where the cars are and they could give you OWIES." The word 'owie' is one she knows and understands. Have you tried that? Or another word you use when he gets hurt?
Although I don't remember when she actually caught on, I also don't remember it being an issue before about 18 months.
But thenm I don't remember having difficulties with her listening to me saying STOP, when going farther on the lawn then I wanted her.
i am sure however that other mams here will have good advice for you.