My 4 year old son is a ball of energy. I don’t just mean he’s an “active boy” as many like to say, but he is a 4 AM, non-stop talking, running, spinning, jumping, climbing, attention seeking, sensory seeking, strong willed, hyperactive, never tiring child who even hums while eating.
He’s generally a happy kid, but his sensory seeking behaviour and his impulsivity often get him in trouble for flailing his body around or slamming into, hitting, or jumping onto other people. In fact, he’s been expelled from two daycares recently… Running off is one of his favourite games, as he loves being chased.
But as I share with you my struggle of losing childcare and avoiding taking him places for fear of him running off, I know what you must be thinking. I can feel your looks and your pity. I know you must wonder how I could deal with his behaviours and his energy levels. It is exhausting and I appreciate the empathy. I’m grateful for the safe space to share my experiences.
What I need most
You tell me to let you know if there’s anything you can do to help. Well, yes, in fact, there is.
Love my kid.
Accept him. See his strengths. Celebrate the interesting things about him. He’s sweet and kind and has a lot of love for people.
Sure, he’s impulsive and full of energy like the energizer bunny. Sure, he leaves a wake of destruction as he barrels around. He doesn’t understand his strength and how it can hurt people and break things.
But he really is a loveable little guy and, God knows, he’s trying. Also, God knows, this mama is working on every strategy possible to help him.
So, please, just love him and enjoy him. It’s simple. And it’s actually pretty easy cuz he’s such a great kid.
Oh, and maybe take him out for a run while I have a nap on your couch, eh?
Thanks,
Sincerely,
One tired mama
Wow! You really are a tired mama with all that going on! Hopefully, some well energized understanding person can take him out bless. run. And some fun to help him burn some of that energy. God bless.