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New Post 5/07/2008 1:19 PM
  AG
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Re: Does it Get Easier? 

I'm wondering if some of the "terrible twos" is brought on by all the changes in their little lives? I know when my son is teething with his 2nd molars which is just going on for weeks with no results of teeth yet - he's awful and obviously in pain so if you think about it if you have a really bad tooth ache (let alone 4) you aren't goign to have the best attention span or tolerance level for adults who don't let you continue playing with your toys when they want to go shopping or understand you the first time (or fifth) when you tell them something - my DS can say something which to him is quite clear and repeat it numerous times and i have absolutely no idea what he's on about, most times i guess or try to get him to pointit, but i can see the frustration in him when i just don't get it *sigh*
 
New Post 8/07/2008 9:26 AM
  robinson
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Re: Does it Get Easier? 

OMG it is so true about the molars! We've had a feral time with them... I think she was starting to get them when I did the OP..

I'm also noticing it doesnt take long at all for her to pick up the behaviour of her naughty friends.... she spent the day with this little girl the other day who says "No Way" when her mummy asks her to do something... and when DD got home and I'd ask her to do something I got the same "No Way"... I decided to ignore it and thankfully she got over it...

Aggghhhh and to think I'll be going thru it all again in about a year with my other DD.

Domestic Goddess to One Husband and Two Little Princesses!!
 
New Post 7/08/2008 12:53 AM
  Chugga
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Re: Does it Get Easier? 
My youngest was a shocker as a toddler - but to my amazement, my niece managed to "top" her. When you think you child is the worst out there, it may help to think of my niece .... Seriously - when she had a meltdown she would strip her clothes off in anger, throw herself on the floor, her nostrils became "bubble blowers" - the medium used ... snot! Saliva would come flying out her mouth and there was so much of it she really looked as though she was foaming at the mouth. Oh and we are talking "any time, anywhere" tanties .... she would do this in public! - Well, it always worked for me if I needed to feel better! While I certainly agree that "natural temperament" plays a role ... I do think there are some things we can do to help our little ones transition through this stage somewhat "easier" by giving them more choices (helping them to feel more empowered). It seems to me that, in general, the "terrible twos" is becoming more "extreme" and I wonder if that might have something to do with the fact that western society, in general, really emphasises "words" as "THEE form of communication", particularly in "relationships". Conversely, it also appears that, in general, ability to read "non-verbal communication" is diminishing .... making it more difficult for parents to read and respond to their little ones non-verbal cues. While it may not apply to any specific child, Im convinced there is a "connection" there somewhere ... and not just in relation to toddlers/parents either ... just something to ponder.
 
New Post 12/08/2008 10:10 AM
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Re: Does it Get Easier? 

Everytime I have a new kid's issue to deal with, I hit the books, ask friends for advice and research the internet, but sometiimes the books etc do not offer specific solutions/advice that you really need.

I recently used the services of a parenting coach, who I found online. She was fantastic! She came to my home for a couple of hours and observed my two kids (5 and 3.5 years old) and gave great, practical advice that really worked.

I recommend trying someone like that - I used Fiona at www.babyandbeyond.com.au in Sydney but you might be able to find someone in your state too.
 
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