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[quote=Anonymous]I have a 3.5yo boy who sounds very similar. Very loving, but very energetic, very stubborn, and very emotional. I've had all of the same feelings as you - this isn't what I expected parenthood to be, wanting to run away, affecting my physical health, etc. So first off, sending a hug and some commiseration.

We had the same issue with DS preferring me, and nipping that in the bud was really helpful. Have them establish something that is just for the two of them, for my DH he took DS to a new park and that became "their park." And then at home, when he yelled that he wanted me, I would consistently say "Mommy is busy right now, Daddy is here to help you now" and prompting when I wouldn't be available "Mommy is going to do a workout now, you and Daddy are going to play."

I think you're handling tantrums the best you can. You just have to let them have the emotional release.

Do you have family that can take him overnight? DH and I started planning a night or two away every 4ish months and DS stays at his grandparents. So when we go through a rough patch I always know that we have a break coming up. [/quote]

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