5-6yo behavior

[BabyMine]

I think M was replaced by a stubborn, rude, defiant child. Can the parent of that child please come and pick him up and replace him with my sweet, loving, and kind child.

Please let me know if this is a phase and what I can do to get throught it?

[SnuggleBuggles]

It's normal and it will end...eventually. Keep being patient, set limits and follow through on things. A sense of independence- things he is allowed to do that might make him feel more like a big kid- can help.

GL!
Beth

[cono0507]

Originally Posted by BabyMine

I think M was replaced by a stubborn, rude, defiant child. Can the parent of that child please come and pick him up and replace him with my sweet, loving, and kind child.

Please let me know if this is a phase and what I can do to get throught it?

I can SOOOOO relate! DS is 5, almost 6 and has been exactly as you describe for the past couple of months. I cannot wait to have my old DS back again!

[lalasmama]

DD was the same way... OMG, I am soooo happy we are through that!

SO actually mentioned it the other day that one the end of 6yo, it seems soooo much easier and calmer than the beginning of 6yo!

[Raidra]

My kids have all gone through phases like that.. it seems to pop up every 6 months or so. I find that increasing their sense of independence, while also making sure they get lots of one-on-one time with Mom or Dad, really helps get them back to normal.

Good luck.. these phases can be so challenging!