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Mom of a 4 yr 2 m old girl8 months ago
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My kid always demand one person to play with her, how to deal?

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Author of questionMom of a 4 yr 2 m old girl8 months ago

A. Thank you for your response, I have tried almost all, she plays with other family members too but always want any one person with her to play, if I give any task she definitely interrupt within a minute..

profile image of POOJA KOTHARIPOOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 7 m old boy8 months ago

A. It’s natural for kids, especially at 5 years old, to prefer playing with a specific person, whether it’s a parent, sibling, or grandparent. However, it’s important to encourage independent play and social interactions so that your child learns to enjoy playing alone and with different people. ✅ How to Handle This Situation: 1️⃣ Encourage Independent Play ✔️ Start with short solo play sessions (5-10 minutes) and gradually increase the time. ✔️ Give her open-ended toys like building blocks, puzzles, or coloring books that encourage creativity. ✔️ Set a timer and say, "I'll be back in 10 minutes, you can play and show me what you made!" 2️⃣ Introduce New Playmates ✔️ Arrange playdates with friends or cousins to help her get comfortable playing with others. ✔️ Encourage her to play with different family members like dad, grandparents, or siblings. ✔️ Take her to parks or activity centers where she can interact with other kids. 3️⃣ Set Clear Boundaries ✔️ If you need a break, tell her: 🗣️ "I love playing with you, but now it's my time to rest. You can play with your toys, and we’ll play together later." ✔️ Use a reward system: "If you play by yourself for 15 minutes, we will do your favorite activity together later." 4️⃣ Make Playtime Special ✔️ Set a dedicated time for playing together so she knows she will get attention. ✔️ Let her choose special activities like board games, pretend play, or storytelling. 🛑 What to Avoid? 🚫 Don’t give in every time to her demand, or she may become too dependent. 🚫 Avoid using a mobile or TV as a distraction—encourage real playtime instead. With patience and consistency, she will slowly learn to enjoy playing on her own and with others! Let me know if you need more ideas. 😊

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