mskelly Posted September 18, 2012 Share Posted September 18, 2012 I don't remember my oldest son doing this, but my 5 1/2 year old has suddenly become very sensitive and emotional. Nothing has changed in the family so I can't say it's family stress. He's just been crying about everything and bursting into tears if someone hurts his feelings. He's been waking up every night and wanting me to sleep with him. Is this just a phase? Is it typical 5 year old behavior? I love the extra cuddles, but I miss my happy guy. :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mskelly Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 So, I'm the only one going through this? Anyone else? Anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 All of my kids are very emotional. Five is a tough age, and ime, it's normal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mskelly Posted September 19, 2012 Author Share Posted September 19, 2012 Thank you. I really hope it passes soon. He's been very interested in death and talks a lot about angels. This is all very out of character for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 (edited) Thank you. I really hope it passes soon. He's been very interested in death and talks a lot about angels. This is all very out of character for him. When my oldest was five, death was the focus of thoughts. Can mommy get killed on the road to school? Will daddy die in a plane crash? (pre 9/11) Some kids are like this. I used to say, "You are safe here with me. I will take care of you. Daddy called me. He is safe and on his way home." I will not say this works for all children, but ime, around 5-7 is when my kids wake up to the world and know parents are not omnipotent. They need a lot of reassurance. I have lied to kids that age. When my dd's best friend's mother died of breast cancer when they were 6, I told my dd, "I get checked every week. The Dr says I am OK." Edited September 22, 2012 by LibraryLover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 I think of five as the whiny age. I know that's maybe uncharitable because they are going through something, but in practical terms... Oh well, nurture them through it. This too shall pass? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 5 is a tough age. My son was difficult, my dd is even more dramatic and difficult. I think lots of it is normal. Several years ago I read a study about fears of children in kindergarten - top 3 fears were going blind, mommy dying, and failing kindergarten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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