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I'm sure this is totally normal but I'd appreciate advice

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Rosesandpears · 03/04/2018 15:06

I have two Preschool boys who a very sweet and loving with each other most of the time and enjoy playing together. However, when they play it's all about climbing, jumping, balancing etc on furniture/toys when we're inside. They get plenty of chance to run around outside, but still have so much energy. I constantly have to have eyes in the back of my head and worry about the younger one copying his brother and getting hurt. I'm strict about not damaging/breaking things which they are good about... But does anyone have any advice how I could chanel their playing more constructively? They watch a bit of TV, and like playing with trains and cars for a bit, but don't have the concentration for lots of crafts. Thanks

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Rosesandpears · 03/04/2018 15:13

Just realised how awful that sounds... I have actually encouraged so many gender neutral activities and they have lots of gender neutral toys but seem to prefer more physical games despite all my efforts.

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GhirardelliSquare · 03/04/2018 15:27

Sounds normal, my 2 year old DS is absolutely full of energy and tries to climb, jump, hammer, push, pull and general physically explore everything he comes across. He was one of those babies that was into everything, emptied every drawer, every day, drove me absolutely mental and was just generally a whirlwind.

These days we tend to have a busy schedule, quite a few classes (gymnastics, swimming, rugby, dancing etc) which he enjoys, help tire him out and give our days structure. The long cold wet winter has been a bit of a chore though as there are not many opportunities for parks and walks and things but we do soft play or play dates or just wrap up! I am looking forward to summer time and being able to get him out in the garden.

He has discovered playdough recently which he loves. I guess it's quite a physical toy in a way - rolling it, cutting it, squashing it etc all appeal to him. Do your sons like that? He also has a trampoline which is quite large and a pain to live with but is an amazing way to use energy! Also if he's getting fraught and needs to move about we do action songs to get him moving - row your boat, miss Polly, head shoulders knees and toes, sleeping bunnies etc.

I had thought I would have a bookish quiet child like DH and I so it's been a shock to have a Tasmanian devil on our hands. Wonderful fun though! Grin

Rosesandpears · 03/04/2018 15:47

Thanks so much for your reply. They are exhausting (but gorgeous!) aren't they! I think a few more organised activities is a good idea, and I'll give play dough a go again.

Actually the trampoline is a great idea - think I'll do that for the next birthday.

Yes, roll on better weather, makes it easier!

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JiltedJohnsJulie · 03/04/2018 17:20

I’ve got a boy too and he wasn’t keen on crafts but loved play doh. There are sone recipes for it on the Internet. The boys would probably enjoy helping to make it.

Also agree with tonnes of exercise. Swimming, scooters, walks, waterproofs and wellies so they can get out in all weathers. Things like Rugbytots and Tumbletots are supposed to be good too.

I think boys are a bit like dogs. Plenty of love and discipline, good food and exercise and everyone is happy.

At that age, I used to take DS out into the garden after tea for a game of footie and do the dishes later. Just to burn off a little more energy before we started the bedtime routine Smile

When they’re a bit older Cricket and martial arts are great too.

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