Anyone, please; what's wrong with my nephew?

Question

I have a nephew that's 20 months old and he's always constantly moving around and getting into things all the time like a dog or any small animal. I mean, He never sit still--not for a second, which is driving my mother (who is taking care of him temporarily; since his daddy is in the army) CRAZY. He also, yells or holla alot and whines so much too! What could be causing this type of behavior(s)?! Please help!

Answer 1

Yup. You've got a toddler on your hands.

Get him out more. Find activities, he can go to a children's museum, zoo or park. He needs physical activity. He needs naps and quiet time too. On a consistent schedule. Story time is great for calming and helping him learn. It also creates a love of books that will serve him well for the rest of his life.

You can play with blocks, puppets, do crafts (look at parents magazine- lots of great ideas) even watch educaitonal vids. Mine loves doodlebops, sesame street, and 64 zoo lane. Good luck!

Answer 2

There is NOTHING wrong with him.  That is what he is supposed to be doing.  If grandma can't handle him, or isn't enjoying him, maybe she should tell his mom and dad.  Babies are very curious at that age, that is how they develop a good sense of their world.  Grandma and YOU need to be supportive of his activity and vocalization.  You need to watch him every second of the day, and help keep him safe.  This age group is very prone to injuries, because of their natural curiosity.  It makes me scared/worried for him that the two of you don't seemed amazed at him!  The two of you don't see the wonder of him.  That is very sad that you would probably have him labeled A.D.D. or A.D.H.D or something.

Answer 3

got to test those boundaries, oh and boys just seem that rowdy to begin with, it sounds completely normal, it can be a lot to take in and visually see but you are not alone on that island, best wishes, big hugs

Answer 4

He is a toddler and that is what toddlers are supposed to do.  They are exploring their environments.  There is nothing wrong with your nephew, let him explore.  Just be sure he is always safe while exploring.

Answer 5

He's just more active & probably also needs more discipline.  My nephew is the same way.

Answer 6

It's normal...but you need to set up the environment that he's in so that you don't feel like you're constantly "battling" him over what he gets into.  For example, at that age I had latches on all my doors so that my son wouldn't wander from room to room.

Also, it's stressful for such a small child to lose their regular care givers.  It might make him feel more secure if he had some rituals which let him know what was going on.  For example, a bath and book before bed time.