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dealing with my clingy toddler |
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Anonymous Author (March 2007) |
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Usually they're clingy with only mommy, and only once she sees you. When i peep at my little one when she's with gran, she's so sweet, but as soon as she spots me she changes into a little squeeler who wants me to carry her all the time. I've been
learning how to adapt to the change.
There are times when i just let her cry. I simply tell her that i love her and will be with her as soon as i'm done.
I take her to the room that i'm busy in, sit her on the floor beside me and keep her occupied with something unusual while i finish up. I keep talking to her so she doesnt feel ignored.
If she's clingy when i get back from work, i dont ignore her. I come down to her level and give her the attention she wants. this usually calms her down instead of wanting me to carry her. then her father takes over and she's forgotten about clinging to me altogether.
Everytime we went out for dinner or something she wouldnt leave me alone. i had to either walk around carrying her or sit with her away from everyone else. I ended up not enjoying the time and being tired & aggrivated cos i'm the only one she wants. During the clingy times, i dont really go out with her to prevent us both from being crabby, or if i do , i take her nanny with for assistance. or , i leave her with her granny.
Hope these tips work for anyone who's experiencing something similar....