My little one is just over 2 years old. He was always a baby that liked to be held, never napped in a cot etc. We wore him in a sling a lot to manage this and we got through it together. The baby days were easier than now and I would say it has become harder since around 18 months of age. It has now escalated to the point that I fear taking him out on my own. Every day is a constant battle from the moment of waking until going to bed. He fights every nappy change, teeth brushing, getting dressed, getting into his car seat. He lashes out and hits; occasionally bites. He wants our constant attention; despite us playing with him/ engaging with him/ reading to him whenever we can. He will run off given the chance when out and about.
My partner is very supportive but he is also now exhausted. We try to tag team so we both get a little respite. But what should have been an enjoyable family day out today ended up a disaster with tantrum after tantrum over everything and anything. I feel like it is much easier to not go out. Getting him into a buggy/ high chair is a huge battle. Meeting friends is now out the question as his behaviour can be very hard to manage. Everyone else manages so much better than me.
I’ll add that he is very bright and can articulate his needs very well. He can speak very clearly in sentences and has been for some time. He does go to nursery; recently his behaviour has worsened there too and he hasn’t been listening there either.
I don’t really know what I’m posting, but has anyone felt the same? Did it get any easier? I’m exhausted and feel I am failing him. He seems so miserable all the time :(