My baby isn't a baby anymore

[Stardevil]

My son Zach jsut turned 3 yesterday and he immediately informed me that he is NOT a baby he is a big boy... Ok yes my son is a tad bit opinionated and stubborn ( he takes after me in that aspect) As of lately we haev been having soem big boy issues with potty training ( he does not want to go) and he has decided that he is in charge I am goign to pull my flippin hair out... I try to let him be as independant as possible he plays with his toys he watches his tv shows for 2 hours a day then outside play and helping mommy... I control what he does and doesn't watch ( cartoons these days are sooo stupid) Buit when it comes to bedtime eating and potty training I jsut want to scream... I have the hardest tiem trying to get him to eat any actual meal all he wants is candy so I took all the candy and sweets and hid them but still he does nto want to eat and I am not going to leave food around all day long. SO I started asking him when he is hungry and it is usually when he wakes up at around 10 2 and 8 but still He needs to get on a schedule adn I cannot get him to do it... I am probably confusing you all but I am totally lsot with this one...any adive in any and all areas???? :confused:

[Drisel]

I also have a little one who has just turned three and is um independant. As for the potty training he will go when he wants. Does he have friends his age that are potty trained? If so they can be a great influence, otherwise you just have to wait it out. As for the other just keep doing what you are doing and remember to reenforce it. This means saying a random yeah way to go when he does something good and following through with your threats um consequences when his behavior is less than positive. Good luck!

[nomadicdragon]

I don't really have any advice but sending you energy & (hugs) :hugz:

[Stardevil]

it is jsut soo nice to knwo I am nto the only one going through it... Zach is my baby but he is a royal pain in my butt... with the potty training I give h8im as much praise as humanly possible... Now I got him to eat dinner tongith amazingly enough ..now fi I can jsut get him to clena his room..

[LadyOak]

I understand what you are feeling...Keep in mind tho, your baby will always be your baby. Just bigger. My 14 almost 15 yr old had some social problems in school last week and I sat on the side of her bed and petted her head. She is still my baby. Even if she is bigger than me. :rolleyes:

[DragonLove]

Most of us go through the Potty, bedtime and eating issues. Its normal and it will pass...eventually. Aint parenthood grand? : )

[Stardevil]

well a new developement in my little terror he has come to the conclusion that he needs to inform me daily " I am not a baby I jsut zach momma I jsut a kid" everyday he tells em this then he gives me a hug and a kiss and runs up stairs to his room to destroy soemthing... He is my little moster but I lvoe him... He amazes me everyday ... Tahnk you all though I appericate the input ... it has been rough since tI really do nto knwo many peoepl with lil ones his age ... thank you all greatly

[fahawk]

I think every age/stage of devolpment has its quirks..ups and downs..the thing that seems most difficult now will pass, and it will be on to another thing... :)
Kids are great imitators, and are always watching us as adults, even if we do not realize it, little ears hear all...
Sometimes it is easier to praise the positve things, ignore the behavior we do not like..after awhile they realize, this is getting me no attention, but that other thing I did got me some praise.
All kids no matter the age though, are secretely /unconsciously looking for boundaries..so that is important to remember too.


Maybe a special book, or toy, that can only be used while on the potty..??

And if a toy gets broke, well, that is a real life consequence of behavior..and when the toy is gone, dont be too quick to replace it, explain toys need to be taken care of..

Hope this helps..

All in all...as I was told "this to will pass."