Advice and wisdom appreiated

[blackcomb]

Mine needed lots of cuddles at that age, and still does, I was an attachment parent, maybe he is used to that too.. it's his security to be cuddled, and due to his age too I'd say.

That said, if it's too much for you gently let his parents know that you are mainly now doing older children not babies so to be fair to theirs it would be best if they find one that takes more babies than older toddlers, nice way to put it and fair to you and them. They can get over stimilated at this age and that could be an affect it's having on him, and mine for one likes a quieter environment not noisy screaming loud children (much as I do ha). Hungry, tired of course can also be a factor, ensure nap times for this one and snacks, fed ongoing, toileted regularly to stay comfortable.

I like MickyC's response though, and would go with that one more if you can..

[kellykelly1847]

Hi,
Instead of just bending over and giving the child a hug to make him feel better, try getting down on the floor this puts you at his level without picking him up, from this position you can either have him sitting down beside you ,infront, whatever, as well as getting his attention focused on floor toys or start singing a song, using ur hands too .
good luck