How to teach a stubborn child?

Stubborn children often seek attention. They do things so that they will be "seen". Dealing with them is not easy really, hence, more understanding should be given to them. This were some tips I have encountered in one of the seminars I attended. 1. Acknowledge the child's good deeds. This will reinforce them to do good things more. They should be rewarded or praise greater than scold or punishment. I mean lavish them with praises and "good words" for the job well done. In this way, they will be encouraged to do more good things than bad things. Because they know that they are also recognized and "seen". (I hope you understand me,forgive my thoughts I couldn't really think of good words as of this moment my brain needs calibration LOL) 2. Security. they need to be assured that they are secured and never ignored in the household. If there is a new baby show equal attention to the child. Most often time, older children feel insecurity when a new child arrives and they feel jealous about it. 3. Talk. Talk to the child. Maybe she/he needs to vent out something. Maybe he/she just need to talk. Talk when everything is ok, calm and peaceful. And tell the child the implication or negative effects of her/his actions. Or might be the effects of the untoward actions. 4. Tender Loving Care... this is the touch therapy. There could be more secured feeling when there is TLC with TLT.. Tender loving touch, when the child is doing something.. a hug or a touch from the back or head will create the feeling of "I am loved". A touch and a hug would mean so much for the stubborn children. (melting their strong hearts. if there is such phrase). Touching them tenderly will conveys the message that "I am welcome and cared and loved so I will listen to this person" Sorry I hope I make sense, I really want to express more as tactfully as I can but my brain doesn't come out with good words..

Communication is always the key for a better relationship. As parents, we should be able to be always available for our kids to explain things around them. Kids these days are inquisitive. We should be able to tell them the how's and why's whenever they as us something. Providing them enough attention and showering them with love and care would make our child become good kids.

well i haven't experienced it because my child in only one year old but sometimes he is so stubborn and naughty but i understand it cos he is still young at his age he doesn't yet know what is right and wrong.. in the near future i know he will get more stubborn.. maybe i just have to put a lot of patience.. maybe ill just talk to him repeatedly until he understand what i am talking about..

Homeymama, I really feel your pain. My kid is 8 and Very stubborn. Anytime I try to correct her, my dad wants To step in and so he spoils her a lot. It's hard cuz it causes Arguments between my dad and I . I hope your situation get better Before she gets bigger because them it's harder. Pls express To the grandparents that you are the boss and they need to Support your parenting decisions. I've told this to me parents But it's so hard for them, especially my dad. They had her from 17days old 5 years old ( although I had her from3-4 years ) because I was Out of state in college. Good luck!!

My kids are not that old coz they are just 1yr & 4months old. Since, your daughter is still young, you have to raise her ang guide her in a good way. You can talk to her with eye to eye contact so she will listen attentively and tell her the things about you wanted her to do. Don't hurt her like spanking or anything because it wont solve the problem. Good luck and dont lose hope.

Yes,Today's kids are naughty,Only the patience to teach them,that's is the best way :)

What age exactly does your kid have? At the age of 2-3 years old it is normal kids are stubborn. It's natural for them to fight for their rights. You better be happy it does since this is something they will need to do for the rest of their lives. Unless you want them to be the underdog and bullied for the rest of their life. I never made a big deal out of it. If it's a no with me it's a no. No matter how hard they scream or misbehave, no matter if this is private or in public.

Do not withold discipline with your child. It would surely do good to her. If she is 5 years old, you can discipline her with love and talk to her when she does wrong. At the end, it will bear fruit. Correction is a sign of love. Have a nice day!