Parenting Big Kids (5-8) Support Group
This community is focused on the joys, challenges and concerns faced by parents of big kids (5 to 8 year olds). The major areas of child development include: physical development, perception and sensory development, communication and language development, cognitive development, emotional development and social development. Join to share your stories and get advice.
Hi all,
I have been part of the divorce community for awhile, but I find that my attention and focus is more on raising my 8 year old son pretty much on my own and all the challenges that come with that reponsibility. Homework, getting him to get up and get ready for school on time, arguing with me when it is time to come in from play, etc. He is also an only child. I have 3 other parent friends who have only children. We all agree that we keep them busy and involved in activities with other chidren. The real and only problem at this point is minding me and being respectful. Anybody have any thoughts or comments on this ongoing adventure?
Have a great day
RhondaJo
I have been part of the divorce community for awhile, but I find that my attention and focus is more on raising my 8 year old son pretty much on my own and all the challenges that come with that reponsibility. Homework, getting him to get up and get ready for school on time, arguing with me when it is time to come in from play, etc. He is also an only child. I have 3 other parent friends who have only children. We all agree that we keep them busy and involved in activities with other chidren. The real and only problem at this point is minding me and being respectful. Anybody have any thoughts or comments on this ongoing adventure?
Have a great day
RhondaJo
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About the not minding, and not being respectful... there would be something wrong with him if he didn't act this way. The JOB of an 8 yo is to challenge the authority of his parent(s). Not to say you shouldn't still work on it with him, but there is certainly nothing wrong. good luck!