Instead of yelling at your child, try these fun and creative ways to get their attention. These activities will not only keep the peace in your household but also give you some much-needed time together!
1. Be understanding.
You can tell what your kid wants by the way they react. Different kids respond in different ways, so you’ll have to figure out which one works best for him or her! Giving your child some space and time will help him prioritize what’s important in his life. Understanding that you may be demanding isn’t an excuse for not listening, so give others like yourself credit when it matters most!
2. Be Clear and Specific.
Instead of saying “clean up this space”, say pick up your toys from the floor and put them on that table.” Being clear about what you want will leave no room for confusion.
3. Simplify Instructions.
You may have to wait while your child catches up, but it’s better than not having the task done at all right? Giving instructions with only 1-2 steps at a time will help THETA grow into an independent toddler by learning how much control he has over his surroundings.
4. Follow Through With the Instruction.
If you want to teach your child respect, stop allowing him or her to engage in an activity that is harmful. For example if they are climbing on furniture and damaging it with their toys, go ahead yourself so as not let this become a habit of sorts by simply ignoring what’s happening at hand – which will only encourage more delinquent behaviour from such kids!
5. Use Incentives.
Reward and punishment are often used together, but even just one aspect without the other works wonders. When it doubts go for positive reinforcement. Give your child incentives like stickers or cookies as rewards when they listen to you well enough!
6. Stop saying ‘No’.
If you constantly say yes to every single thing your child wants, he/she will eventually learn not all of their requests are granted. Instead, find an alternative word for ‘no’ like “can” or maybe even just listen with patience while they explain themselves first!
The best way to deal with your toddler ignoring you is by reading situations. Remember, they’re just a little person trying their hardest in an explore-and-figure out world so whatever happens doesn’t curb that!
