jo
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Apr 6, 2004 16:42:25 GMT
Post by jo on Apr 6, 2004 16:42:25 GMT
My 3 year old daughter Katie has suddenly developed a huge problem with travel of almost any sort. She begins with a bit of moaning then just launches into hysterical screaming. Once she has started we can not get through to her at all. There has been no recent changes in any of her seating, buggy, or our car. We have tried using her favourite toys to distract her, and it sometimes works for about a minute.
Katie has always had a problem with going in large vehicles like minibuses, but the problem has got so bad now that even going very short distances in our car results in screaming. She is also beginning to become a bit intolerant of going out in her buggy.
This problem is having a massive impact on all our lifes, as we have, up until now, enjoyed going out together. Katie use to love walks in the park, and trips to the supermarket.
Has any one had a similar experience, or can offer any advice?
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Apr 9, 2004 7:47:11 GMT
Post by Jon on Apr 9, 2004 7:47:11 GMT
Hi Jo
Our daughter (also Katie!) has a similar problem, except it only happens at the end of a car journey. Just as we are drawing up to our destination she gets really annoyed. She wails, kicks and writhes in her seat as if to say, 'I don't want to stop now'. But she soon calms down once she is taken out of the car.
It might be worth asking her doctor if something could be used to calm her as it sounds as if she is distressed (perhaps it is the sound or movement of the vehicle?).
best wishes
Jon
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Miggs
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Apr 20, 2004 7:09:58 GMT
Post by Miggs on Apr 20, 2004 7:09:58 GMT
Emma has had this problem for some years and it comes and goes. She will scream, cry and throw herself about violently. Driving in town with lots of stops and starts gets her going especially if she is tired - we make a rule not to drive through town after picking her up from school, because that really gets her going. Bumpy country lanes are also a no-no. We have tried all sorts to stop it, screaming back - that didnt work. Playing her nursery songs on the CD sometimes works. Sitting in the back and playing with her works - but obiously you cant do that if your driving on your own. With Emma its a case of boredom and tiredness but its difficult to combat with a child with who has difficulty amusing themselves. Perhaps I should buy myself some earmuffs. Andrea mum to Emma aged 10 from Devon
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Oct 10, 2004 9:34:32 GMT
Post by claire04 on Oct 10, 2004 9:34:32 GMT
Imogen has never liked going out. She gets really stressed and doesnt calm down until she gets home. Therefore unless i have someone to look after her we cannot go and and do regular things like the weekly shop and day trip are a big no no.
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Jul 7, 2005 23:54:44 GMT
Post by Lorraine on Jul 7, 2005 23:54:44 GMT
How about treating yourself to a new flashy gadget such as a d.v.d t.v. screen that fits in the back seat.You can justify your extravagance by saying it is purely for your unhappy back seat passenger!
It could be just the thing to break the cycle and make the car a nice place to be again.
I would LOVE one.
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