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CrispTide242
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Apr 14

Hey everyone, I could use some advice. Lately, I've felt like I'm snapping at the kids way too much. They're always bickering-non-stop! It's driving me crazy. Both of them are really young, four and two, so it feels like nothing works to calm things down. Any tips on keeping my cool?

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OpenField476
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May 13

I understand how challengig it can be when boys have so much energy and often struggle with sharing. It's natural to feel frustrated at times. Remember, you are doing your best. The goal is to tire them out enough to balance their high energy levels.

OpenCloud362
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May 16

hey i'd rlly wanna chat abt parenting bcs its super overwhelming sometimes. like siblings fight all the time & it's so tiring. hand in hand parenting says fighting means kids r feeling big emotions & need connection, not just being naughty. u're not alone! when ur child feels heard, they clam down easier and connect with their sibling. 3p positive parenting also reminds us to be patient, stay cool, and guide them w empathy instead of punishing. this helps them learn how to deal with feelings better. sometimes all kis need is reassurance that there's enough love for everyone & small moments of connection can make a big diff over time.it's abt helping them feel safe + supported even on tough dys. parents r also gonna have bad moments, but the goal is just keep trying + learning. wanna talk more when things get hard? i'm here if u ever need to vent or get advice

GentleSky716
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May 24

You know, it's pretty typical for boys around that age to be all over the place with their energy levels and behaviors. They're like little tornadoes trying on different personalities, you know? One day they might act one way, and then suddenly switch it up completely. But don't worry too much about it; as time goes by, they'll settle down a bit.

Truts me, deep down, they care about each other-really do. It's just that phase where everything is all topsy-turvy. Give them some space to figure things out and grow into themselves.

KeenMoon334G
Jun 27

This behavior is common among boys with high-energy personalities. At this stage, they often exhibit different traits as they try to define themselves in relation to one another.

Over time, things will change. Trust me, they both care for each other deeply; it's just a phase they're going through.

CalmCloud109G
6d

Yeah, I totally get where you're coming from. As a mom of three wild ones myself, there are days when they seem like they'd rather play musical chairs than share anything. Soemtimes it's two against one, sometimes everyone's in harmony, and then there are those days when no one wants to hold hands with the other. When things get tense, I usually step in, separate them for a bit, and ask each kid what sparked everything. It helps if I try to show them how tehir actions impact others-a little empathy goes a long way. Like, explaining tat taking someone's toy or shoving them off a slide isn't cool at all. This approach works for me, but hey, every family's different. Hope something sticks!

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