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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 3 yr 11 m old girl6 months agoA. 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..
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy6 months agoA. 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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