My toddler talks TOO MUCH!?

Question

I know I shouldn't be complaining. My four year old talks TOO MUCH. Most of my friends are trying to get their kids to talk more, and here I am asking about WHY mine talks so much! He's advanced for his age, talks VERY well...but what can I do about him talking too much? I can't just "Uh-huh" him because he requires a response. Have you ever had that grandmother who would just talk, talk, talk, talk all day? That's my son.

Now, I'm very grateful that he DOES talk. I'm also grateful that he talks as well has he does because it make our communication all that much better.

I'm also not looking for "You-should-be-thankful" and "Stop-whining" remarks.

I was just looking for ideas on what to do to maybe redirect his constant need for attention and/or what to do for my own sanity.

Answer 1

Involve him in more activities that will keep him busy and occupied. Drawing, artwork, puzzles, games etc etc. Kids are inquisitive by nature and u need to feed that intelligent mind of his. Good luck, sounds like a smart kid already :)

Answer 2

I think that with my 3 year old I try to giver her something to do all the time.. When she talked allot for attention is when she is dored, We have art time and music time and put her in to gym class and mom and tots class.

Try going to the park and giver him kids to talk to. I feel you I could not wait for my daughter to talk and sometimes I am like can you please just sit down lol..  

Answer 3

Don't you have anyone in the family that will PUSH him even more into learning rather than trying to stump it?

What about your husband? Will he not want to PROMOTE his son's inquisitiveness?

Answer 4

i have a 7yr old who talks to me constantly so i know how you feel,  sometimes its just like arghhh shut up lol, you dont attually want to shut him up just give you a bit of a break sometimes try getting him some puppets or little ppl toys so he sometimes talks between them, instead of at you all the time!  

Answer 5

Sounds like he's an intelligent boy. Does he go to a pre-school group? i would get him involved as much as possible with other children this will be a way to keep him occupied and mentally stimulated.

Answer 6

Just sounds like your son is inquisitive.

You should nurture this.

Answer 7

If he is constantly posing questions....redirect the questions to him.  

Mom, what color is this, etc.....

Respond....You tell me, or what do you think.....this allows him to verbalize, sharpen his thinking skills, and still satisfy his curiosity.

I also started a 'personal space' phrase with my son for cases like this.

Sorry, Daddy needs a little personal space after work...why don't you find a Thomas book and play for a bit.

Answer 8

first they learn to talk then they learn to print then they can read.  sit down with him teach him to print the alphabet and his name. then start him reading those beginner books. he's ready to learn now so set it up. and just imagine him sitting on the floor reading something quietly on his own, it'll be great and a great break

Answer 9

he probably wants more attention, try playing with him more.

(im not saying your not, it just sounds like he wants more)

Answer 10

Try making playdates with other children or like one or twice a week have a grandmother or grandfather watch him so he can talk to them all day. There's always something.

Answer 11

Maybe you could get him a toy phone or doll or stuffed animal that he can have conversations with. Then he will be using his imagination and talking to someone/something other than you.

Answer 12

aww thats so cute...lol i can imaigne that its ok ppl change just be patient with him hes ur son.

Answer 13

ammm...let me see...

buy him some console to play..a tv one...and you'll get him out of your shoulder for the entire day

Answer 14

My kids are 3 and 4, and they talk and talk also. I play with them heaps, and even then they are like your son. I found that when I bring out the arts and crafts I hear silence :)

Not that I mind my 2 talking as it gives me some company

Answer 15

Look for activities that require concentration, listening and physical activity.  Videos that are interactive and things that help him use his imagination.  It sounds like he may be an ONLY>   Get him into a play group with other kids.  It sounds like he may be ready for pre-school as well.  If he truly turns out to be advanced as he gets older your main objective will be to not let him get bored.  Constantly challenging children like this will keep them progressing forward.