How to Get a Toddler To Listen | Dad University

We all know that getting a toddler to listen isn’t easy. A toddler is learning the ways of the world, exploring their boundaries, and pushing limits. However, it is possible to get your toddler to listen. In this video, Jason goes over 5 simple techniques you can use to get your toddler listening.

It doesn't involve bribery, yelling, or discipline but instead understanding what a toddler is capable of and how they best respond. Jason also provides some tips and suggestions on things to remember when you are trying to get your toddler to listen. These are 5 important things to keep in mind.

If you are dealing with a toddler that refuses to listen, use these techniques and let us know which one worked best for you.

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[nmenego]

We're expecting our first kid early next year. This is really helpful advice, and I'm surprised it does not have more views than it has! Thanks for this!

[vnomik]

00:00 intro
01:15 patience (5 things to remember)
01:59 their brains are still developing
03:25 repeat constantly
04:06 realistic expectations
05:24 don't take it personally
06:03 get down to their level (5 specific techniques)
06:57 use simple words
07:57 provide options
09:35 tell them what to do, instead of what not to do
10:33 positive reinforcement

[shemelleschernet]

It so great! It works for my littles. Also I am very interested to learn more from Dad University to help my society.

[felisamoniquette]

My almost three year old grandson seems so hard headed. He is speech delayed however so maybe he doesn’t understand? It’s so frustrating for all of us. He is really bright however and can point to anything we ask, he just can’t say the words. We will try some of these techniques. Thank you. 👍🏼😊

[rh_]

This is amazing advice. Thank you so much. I recently discovered your videos and now I can't stop watching them. Extremely helpful information here. You've made me realize that as a father, I'm not putting in as much effort as I can or should be. I wish my own parents were able to give me this helpful advice but I feel as though they themselves struggled with these very same things when they were raising me. I can't tell you how helpful these videos are for me and my family. Please keep posting new videos. You have elevated me from being a good father to an AMAZING father. And I can't thank you enough.

[nitolarioza]

Every kid and parent situation is diff. Just always make it fun

[NLuvMy]

Love the simplicity of explanation...just came across your videos..going thru few challenges and glad I heard some tips

[ryanjourney]

Absolutely love the advice and love your videos!

[gentianamulgeci]

Thank you for your brilliant ideas ! I really need them now

[LaibaHfz-henm]

Thanks for sharing these are really helpful points 👍🏻

[holyddogg]

My 2nd video really appreciate it them and you taking the time to share

[juliafru]

very helpful video. on a side note though, one doesn't always have the time to give the child options, there times when they'll just have to do as mom/dad says period. when it's time for them to face the real world out there, like school for instance, more often than not they will have to obey without necessarily being given options. I think balance is key here: sometimes you do let them choose so they can learn to be in control, other times they still need to listen and do as asked.

[jeffreycyr]

My daughter just turned 2 and man she’s smart and very strong willed. She won’t hold my hand and wants to run in a public place. If I try and grab her hand she will fall to the ground and it’s embarrassing. I have to pick her up as she screams and yells while all other parts with young kids just walk hand and hand with no issues. She very very strong willed. Hellp

[christineaird]

My daughter runs towards the cats dish, picks it up, smiles at me then tosses the food all over and laughs. Where to start

[jeanettemeyran]

I HAVE the same situation with my 4 yr old grandson. He is also speech delayed so I wonder if he understands. I believe he does but is testing mer. Whatever I say or ask the majority of the time his answer is NO! HE turns his back, folds his arms, and frowns with a NO. Moat times I ignore him while other times I lose my patience & force him to do what I ask. it ends up with him in tears.When he does cooperate I praise & thank him but I don't agree with options all the time. What have you tried?

[lesliechavez]

How to get my toddler to eat her food? She doesn't want to eat most of her meals in a day

[nicodemusharding]

It's not about winning or losing but you will lose, if you not patient

[andreavazquez]

Yes I’m having trouble with my 4 year old son he’s been saying so much bad words and I don’t know how to control it !! And his behavior too

[parrisbrown]

I’m struggling with my toddlers been trying to repeat and getting down to their level it’s like they ignore me been putting in corner too but that’s just escalated the issue so please help

[paulakoyoc.feldtart]

I need so bad to be patience with my kids, and I also suffer of migraines and get frustated so fast. 😬