How do I get my toddler to listen?

Question

My toddler doesnt listen to a word I say. He has bad behavior all the time. What should I do?? How should I discipline him?

Answer 1

It's never too early for a time out.  Say no, then point to what they have done, then give them a time out.  When they get out...take him back to the same place and say no again.  You have to train him.

Answer 2

Depending on the age and action a swat on the butt and timeout worked well for my children!!  It is normal for a toddler to not listen though, it will change in time!! Try to be patient and explain in "toddler terms" what he is doing wrong!!

Answer 3

Congratulations. He's normal.

They all do this.

Start using time outs / time in the corner  after a warning.

Answer 4

A couple books I can recommend- first some tips- always get on his level and make him make eye contact- I have read that for boys, if they are not looking directly at you, they do not hear you!!!!

Books:

Have a New Kid by Friday- by Kevin Leman

That's My Son: How Moms Can Influence Boys to Become Men of Character- by Rick Johnson

Hope these help

Answer 5

I have a 18month old that laughs when I try to tell him "no, stop, careful" or anything like that. The only thing I can do is try and redirect his active self! Good luck!