How to curb the crying in a 1-YO

[Anonymous]

DS is almost 1 and I feel like he is either screaming/crying or laughing, there is no in between mood. He's going through some growing pains right now, I'm sure - a few more teeth, increased appetite/sleep, and almost walking - so I can expect and handle a little general fussiness. But as soon as his eyes open in the morning he is screaming, get him dressed or change his diaper and he's screaming, don't feed him fast enough and he's screaming, put him down and he's screaming. Is there any way I can help him with it or can he learn to not scream bloody murder all the damn time?

[Anonymous]

Ugh, it's the age. I have an 18 month old and it's slowwwly getting better now that she's getting more language. Not good, but better. I think it's mostly frustration because she has clear wants, but can't articulate them yet. At a year, I just try not to escalate or react too much (no positive or negative attention), and try to help her communicate what she's screaming about.

[Anonymous]

Everyone talks about the terrible twos, but they have been a picnic compared to this stage. 12-15 months were very hard.

I read a book called "No Bad Kids" when my son was around this age, and it helped me a bit.

I also made sure to talk to my son a lot. "I know you're hungry. I'm making you lunch right now." I really think kids that age understand a lot more than we realize.

[LoriCroit]

I am so sorry you are going through this phase, but rest assured you are not alone.

Some babies are just more demanding than others and like to be constantly entertained to keep them happy. Do the best you can by playing, cuddling, holding him and see if there is any change in his demeanor.

I always thought that the "terrible twos" meant it lasted for 2+ years Hang in there, try to enjoy every moment you have with him. Because, before you know it you will be saying goodbye to him as he heads off to college.

[Anonymous]

I find the book The Wonder Weeks really helpful because often, when my kids were acting crazy, they was a developmental reason behind the behavior.

[Anonymous]

Once my DD started walking it really helped us. Everyone told me "you think it's tough now, just wait until she starts walking" and that was NOT he case with us. DD was much happier once she was able to walk and much less fussy.