This is VERY normal and expected behavior for a 2 year old. He's learning that he has some say in his life and he's exerting it. The best thing you can do for a 2 year old is give him choices! As many choices as you can. Pick 2 lunch items and let him decide which he wants. Pick 2 pairs of shoes and let him decide which to wear. Pick 2 books and let him decide which to read (or which to read first). 2 year olds want control so start letting him think he has some.
Its about control.....he is testing boundaries, which is a good thing in a way.....but I can understand how that could be totally annoying :)
Suggsetion would be to allow for control in certain areas. Allow him to pick out his own clothes for the day (no matter how silly). Allow him to pick out aspects of dinner....let him help you fix it....give him responsibility.....a 2 year old isnt' going to be taking out the trash, but they are capable of setting the table (with help).
That should helop somewhat with the control issues. Also, if there's anything going on, especially that is new, let him know that oyu are there for him and your love for him doesn't change. If this behavior is rather new and very unusual, sometimes this could be an indication something is unsettling him. But it could be as simple as his bed moved an inch haha (not literally, but minor).
Good luck!
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- KidRosales
on Nov. 30, 2012 at 11:44 AM