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[quote=Anonymous]It sounds to me like you need to start by giving him more supervised time without being penned in. Get rid of the play pen thing (gradually, start by just opening it up and let him roam, but plan on keeping a watchful eye at first. Try to intervene as little as possible -- it's okay if he falls or even bumps his head. In fact, he has to do this to learn natural limits. But especially if he's a climber and a curious kid, you'll want to stay close enough tho prevent any big disasters (especially if he tends to climb not only onto the couch but onto side tables or other high, hard surfaces). Then as he starts to exercise judgment, you back off. This is specifically why I would avoid those little play pen things if you can, especially with a first or only child, because at some point or another your kid will need to learn to navigate the world. You might buy yourself a few months of being able to relax, but it's just kicking the can down the road.[/quote]
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