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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, my son turned 17 months old a few days ago. He doesn't miss much of what we ask of him, but he doesn't follow all of our orders either! I used to be a nanny and by happenstance cared for all girls. From my experience, some of the gender based stereotypes are often true. The girls I cared for loved to sit still, people watch...and would be content just sitting in my lap if we were in public.

My son? Yeah, not happening. From the time he was 7-8 months old he has just wanted to get out of my lap and be mobile, where ever we are.

Try to give him regular previews of what's to come. I have found that to be very helpful. Find active things he CAN do, that you don't have to say no to, as an alternative. [/quote]

Thanks, I'm trying not to get frustrated by the selective hearing after seeing everyone's replies that it's normal. All of our friends are little girls and gosh they are so ahead verbally and socially![/quote]

I am the PP and my son never stops talking. Yours will be there soon too, just wait!!  :P

Also try to give him choices between two things you have preapproved in your mind. That can help with some of the behaviors that stem from him wanting some control over what happens.

It's been rough lately but get him outside as much as possible, even if it is just digging in some dirt outside your house. My son is so much easier to deal with when he is outside exploring.[/quote]

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