To be this bothered about such small things

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tiredandwrungout · 16/04/2026 16:41

I keep the broom in the lounge, sort of tucked into a corner. Wooden floors downstairs so sweep a lot.

Anyway, ds (age 5) is constantly and intentionally standing on it so it falls down with a big crash. It is tucked away so he seeks it out. No amount of nicely asking him to leave it alone works.

I mean I could put it somewhere else but why should I when it’s not exactly an unreasonable request?

Or am I being so unreasonable about this?

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rubyslippers · 16/04/2026 16:45

tiredandwrungout · 16/04/2026 16:43

He doesn’t

Why?!
he’s five years old
he can follow instructions I assume and goes to
School
every time he does it there’s a time out or similar

Rainbowdottie · 16/04/2026 16:45

You’re both being unreasonable, it’s become “a thing” between you. Sure he should listen to you, equally if it’s that much of an issue for you, remove it and the problem will be solved. Job done, no fall out, no consequences. If you feel he should be listening to you, then you start having a consequence.
good luck!

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tiredandwrungout · 16/04/2026 16:43

He doesn’t

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rubyslippers · 16/04/2026 16:43

What’s the consequence when he does it?

AllJoyAndNoFun · 16/04/2026 16:43

Just give a consequence every time he does it and he’ll stop

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