My Daughter Is Acting Out

Updated on December 12, 2006
K.D. asks from McKinney, TX
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My 3 year old has been acting out alot lately. I am not sure if it is just a phase she is going through or if it is because she knows we are being relocated to Texas and she sees everything being packed up and all the changes. She is normally an independent girl who loves to play and practice 'school'. Latley however she is very arguementive, says 'no' to everything, and cries at the drop of a hat. DOes anyone know if this is normal or if this is something that may have to do with the changes? And if it is the changes, how can I help reassure her? Oh, she did have one nightmare where she spoke in her sleep about 'no don't leave her" and I have tried to reassure her that no one is going to leave her behind. Thanks in advance for any help! - K.

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T.S.

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It sounds like your daughter is afraid of the changes...What i would suggest especially that shes haveing dreams of being left behind is involve her in the packing. I know what can a three year old do? Have her help pack the linins, sheets towels , her toys things she cant get hurt on or break....also have you really talked to her about the move? Are you moving to a house? Do you have pics of the new place you'll be staying? Maybe giving your little one reassurance with out words is what is needed....do you understand? Showing her where her new home is maybe helpful for her to ease some of the fear she has.

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Moving and new siblings are two very hard changes for children. YOu have a newer baby and are moving. It sounds like she is concerned you will leave her behind. I would buy a book about moving and read it to her each night and think of some short simply story for how you will never leave her and always know she is there. THen maybe tell her when you get there she can pick out something special for her new room. She needs to be excited about the move-- try to make it exciting and fun. Her stuff should be boxed up last and unpacked first.

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A.A.

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It sounds normal to me. I would say that she is probably insecure about all the change that she doesn't completely understand. Talk to her about moving and what it will be like in TX. Get her excited about where you will be moving to and the house you will be living in. Talk about you all being there together and what she wants to do when she gets there. Involve her as much as you can - like having her help pack her room, toys, clothes, etc. Maybe make it sound like your family is going on an adventure together. Good luck!

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I think that she is just stressed about moving. Kids this age thrive on routine. Try to find some age appropriate books to read with her. Also pictures of the new place or of Texas would be good. Make sure she knows that all of her things will be taken too. She may be worried about leaving them behind. Show her on a map where you are going. I like the idea of making it sound like an adventure. She may be sad about leaving, but don't feel bad. All things will come to pass and she will adjust and be fine. Also, take lots of pictures of where you live now, so if she is homesick at first in the new place, she can look at them.

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