Every parent knows this moment - a walk on a beautiful day, and suddenly loud screams spread from the pram. The child is unhappy in a wheelchair, and you are wondering why a toddler who enjoyed the sight of trees and birds a moment ago suddenly breaks out of tears? Understanding the causes of this behavior is the key to ensuring comfort for your child and to respond effectively to the needs of the toddler.
Everyone can get uncomfortable
Uncomfortable seats of prams can be one of the main reasons why your child screams in a wheelchair. Each child is different, and her needs related to comfort are varied. Badly fitted pillows can cause pressure, leading to the toddler's frustration. Too hard or too soft, the seat does not give adequate support for the developing body, which can result in unpleasant feelings while driving.
Many modern prams offer the ability to adjust the angle of the seat and the height of the backrest. It is worth investing in prams that offer these functions to minimize the risk of excessive stimulation in children caused by uncomfortable sitting. After all, comfort is of great importance for the toddler's well -being and calm walks.
The material used for the production of a trolley is also extremely important here. Trollers made of vulnerable fabrics can lead to overheating, which makes the child to be crazy and restless. Even if a woolen blanket lasts on the artificial material, after the chat such a seat can be extremely hot! It is worth remembering - adults also do not like the touch of synthetic fabrics, so the more the toddler will feel bad in them.
Hunger and thirst - the most popular comrades on walks
Meal time has a huge impact on the toddler's mood, and his regularity is important to maintain well -being. If the child has not eaten earlier, he can become sensitive and frustrated, which is often manifested by a scream.
Symptoms of hunger in infants can be diverse and include not only crying, but also to suck your fingers, drilling in a pram or looking for a breast or a pacifier. It is worth being vigilant to these signals, because ignoring them can lead to even greater problems with the behavior of the toddler. Children who are hungry can become more nervous and difficult to calm down, which in turn affects the comfort of both the child and the parent.
Before going for a walk, it is worth planning the time of meals so that the child is full and satisfied. You can also take healthy snacks with you, such as chopped fruit or biscuits for a toddler, which can be easily served while walking. It is also good to remember about proper hydration - always have a bottle of water on hand, especially on warmer days.
You only need one for such preparation - a bag that you can hang in a wheelchair and conveniently throw on your shoulder. Look for larger models with many compartments, thanks to which you will keep order in the bag and fit everything there - from snacks and drinks, to spare diapers or clothes.
Developmental and emotional changes
Sometimes you can meet all the conditions of an ideal walk, and the child will start crying halfway and break out of the pram. It is worth remembering that as the children grow, they acquire new skills, which can affect their behavior, especially when they are in a wheelchair. When children begin to discover their motor skills, it can lead to frustration if they can't move freely. When a child learns to sit down, crawl or stand on his feet, he naturally wants to test his new skills. At such moments, a scream can be a form of expressing dissatisfaction with the restrictions set by a pram for him.
When the child goes through various stages of life, it is important that parents are present and react to the needs of their toddler. If it wants to explore the world independently, although he can not even walk yet, it may be a good idea, for example, to get closer to plants and allow the child to touch and smell them. You can also look for toys that will be connectors between the child and the world outside the pram - in this role, e.g. windmills attached to the pram or plush toys reminiscent of animals that can be found on a walk.
