My daughter has become very irritated and arrogant. She hesitates to take food. She was a very good good-mannered girl before. Now she fusses for each little thing and does not take fruits, food or anything, just take in some milk. Please help me out how to change her..
HI Jimcy. First, take a deep breath and get peaceful. Next, try to remember that your little girl is only two. That is still a baby, just a toddler barely. There is a possibility that this could just be the "terrible two's" and that stage is typified by little ones finding their sense of self and at this point it is totally normal for her to seem a bit narcissistic. She is learning about her surroundings in relation to her self and trying things out. During this time, although it can be frustrating, it would be normal for her to be asserting her independence and exhibiting behaviors that reinforce this, such as defiance or obstinacy. It can be quite disconcerting but if it is just this particular stage then it will pass. There is however, one thing that concerns me. Your brief description seems to focus on lack of food intake and fussiness. This could possibly NOT be the Terrible Twos, but something physical in nature and possibly needing a physician visit to her pediatrician. Has this entire change in her personality only happened at mealtimes? Does she seem to be in pain or physical discomfort? I would rule out any medical/physical condition before trying pin this on behavior alone. If her little belly is hurting, then it would be perfectly reasonable for her to fuss and only want milk. So before you go trying to "change" her, why not make an "As Soon As Possible" appointment with her doctor. Good luck. I am sure it will all turn out alright. God Bless.
