Tree House Academy Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 And it is frustrating me to no end. I am not sure if it is the hustle and bustle of Christmas approaching, or the fact we are taking a break from school and he is excited, but my 5 year old who is usually well-mannered and sweet has began whinning about everything, not listening, and having half hour long crying fits about literally nothing. He can't take "no" for an answer anymore and will cry and scream and throw himself on the floor no matter where we are...in public or otherwise. It is honestly the most frustrating thing I have experienced with him because it is a total personality shift. UGH! Anyone have any suggestions for this? I have tried logic, I have tried spanking, I have tried bargaining, I have tried rewarding and noticing good behavior. I am just not sure what to do next...ignore it? Please tell me it is a phase! :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted December 16, 2008 Share Posted December 16, 2008 Is it possible he's sick? My ds9 was driving me nuts for about 1.5-2 weeks before he finally got sick (not tantrumming, but crying at the drop of a hat, morose, etc) and I told my dh that ds9 was either about to grow or get sick. Sure enough, he just got off antibiotics for strep. If it's not that, I would guess it's just a phase caused by Christmas approaching and being out of routine. Be consistent, and it will pass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted December 16, 2008 Author Share Posted December 16, 2008 He could be getting sick...but so far, no signs of illness. It has been going on now for a few days...so probably just a phase. Maybe he is growing...like you said. As babies, my kids always got fussy before a growing spurt. He is definitely eating us out of house and home right now...hmmm...never thought of growing issues. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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