not sure what to do??

Jennifer - posted on 06/28/2010

Yup, just a phase. Enjoy it while you can because it doesn't last long, then they get attached to other people!!

Silvia - posted on 06/25/2010

I think they go through some separation anxiety at this age. I tried day care and it just didn't work out because...well they didn't take good care of him and he was miserable and now I do so many things with him that he is very attached. I think they grow out of it so I wouldn't worry too much. I read that the age range for that is 18 months till 2 then another one from 2 and a half till 3. Don't know how true that is but that seems to be the case.

Kerry - posted on 06/22/2010

ive started walking the dog i make sure my daughter sees me putting my coat on and getting the dog ready to go then tell her how long i will b and ask her to tell her daddy to put the kettle on for me coming bk and ive made it longer everytime i go out now she is fine ask where im going and tells me love u and bye bye i went out on saturday night for the 1st time without a screaming match xx

Heather - posted on 06/22/2010

He seems to have some separation anxiety, and yes my daughter has it too, badly. It takes her a little while to warm up to people. The childcare is a good idea, it gives you a break, and also introduces your child to new people and other kids. Do you have any other children? Going to playdates can also help, I found this to help out when my son was VERY shy at 2 years old, and now he is a regular social butterfly and chatterbox. My daughter enjoys the playdates as well. Separation anxiety is a normal stage for this age range, and like the rest of the stages, it will pass.

Fawn - posted on 06/22/2010

I have twins around the same age, and one of them is going through the same thing. My older son did it too - seperation anxiety. It'll pass, just be sure that you reassure him when leaving that you'll see him very soon. Don't drag on the goodbye's - that is very important.

Angie - posted on 06/21/2010

My little guys does this too and it JUST started. We were at a Festival this weekend and we know a ton of people that were there. And 2 weeks ago he would talk and flirt with them, then this week, nothing. He wrapped himself around my legs and wouldnt let go. I am pretty sure that it is just a phase.

Then we stayed at my in-laws house and the same thing,. I couldnt even go to the bathroom without him freaking out. Not like him at all. He wouldnt even go sit with Grandpa OR Papa (Great Grandpa) I am not sure how to handle Clingy Baby, seeing as he has NEVER been clingy before.

Melissa - posted on 06/21/2010

It's just another phase they are going through. My son is going through this right now. It will get better and it's not because he is in child care. I stay home and mine is doing it. It's just the age! Good luck!

Carly - posted on 06/20/2010

My son has just recently started acting up too, he screams if i even touch my purse to get something cause he knows thats what momma takes when she leaves. His doctor said he was starting terrible twos early. We didn't change anything we do, we can't be with him all the time, we have to work. He got used to his dad not being around all the time since he works and i stay home. We're still working on him separating from me, i can't even go to the bathroom without him crying. He's just doing it for a reaction, if my son throws a tantrum just because i have to use the bathroom i just let him have his tantrum until i'm done in the bathroom and then he can go for a time out if he keeps it up. I think the best bet is to not give in to him crying, he'll think he's in charge. Like i said, he's looking for a reaction, he wants what he wants when he wants it. It seems to be working so far. Good luck!