3.5k
Daycare and childcare providers in Winnipeg, Toronto, Vancouver, Ontario etc. in CanadaGarderies à Montréal ou au QuébecFind daycare or childcare providers in the USA
Forum control
+ Reply to Thread
Page 1 of 2 1 2 LastLast
Results 1 to 10 of 17
  1. #1
    Shy
    Join Date
    Aug 2015
    Location
    Manitoba
    Posts
    43
    Thanked
    5 Times in 5 Posts

    Scared of everything

    I have a dcg that just turned two. She is scared of everything! Snow, bugs, lint, any kind of noise, etc. Yesterday she got scared because an infant touched her costume. It's becoming frustrating because she'll just start bawling at any time. Then I have to figure out what it is. She's a very good kid, already talks using 4-5 word sentences. Very ahead of her milestone marks in development. It's just being scared all the time that can be frustrating. I show her what's making the noise, usually just toys. Then she's fine. I show her lint, let her play with the snow, but I have to do it every single time. Not sure why she has such anxiety over things like this. Has anyone else experienced a child like this? I'd appreciate some insight and suggestions. I've never come across a child with such issues with being scared at almost everything.

  2. #2
    Euphoric !
    Join Date
    Feb 2014
    Posts
    1,340
    Thanked
    751 Times in 483 Posts
    Is she sleep deprived? I had a child like that and I am certain it was because she didn't sleep at all at home and she just had zero coping skills because she was so exhausted.

  3. #3
    Expansive...
    Join Date
    Nov 2013
    Location
    Vancouver
    Posts
    712
    Thanked
    182 Times in 161 Posts
    Yes I had a girl like that scared about everything even after I showed her what was making that sound she was still upset....neigbour's lawnmower, a bird,and she clung to me about everything crying, screaming ......I just had to give her space to learn IT was okay, whatever IT was LOL give her extra time to get use to everything , it will be worth it in the end

  4. #4
    Starting to feel at home...
    Join Date
    Jun 2014
    Posts
    111
    Thanked
    19 Times in 13 Posts
    My own 3 year old went through this. Its really just a phase and its really important to validate their fears because its "real" to them and they don't have the ability to verbalize it hence it coming out via crying etc. Just a little space. And small introductions to the things that frighten them. It works itself out. But I know how trying it can be! Good luck.

  5. #5
    Shy
    Join Date
    Aug 2015
    Location
    Manitoba
    Posts
    43
    Thanked
    5 Times in 5 Posts
    She sleeps very well. She's not sleep deprived at all. Lately she has become more anxious. She was scared of loud noises which most small kids are. Now it's all noises enemies the noises toys make. She was never scared of them before. Now it's to the point she cries as she see the kids walking to those noise making toys. Doesn't seem fair that they should be played with as most of the toys make a noise of some sort. I show her it's just a toy she seems fine with it then starts crying as the kids play. Everyday seems to bring on a new fear. Not willing to terminate. She's a great kid with great parents. Just at a loss as to why the sudden fear of everything.

  6. #6
    Expansive...
    Join Date
    Nov 2013
    Location
    Vancouver
    Posts
    712
    Thanked
    182 Times in 161 Posts
    it does sound strange to suddenly be afraid of everything!!
    I hope she calms down soon

  7. #7
    Euphoric !
    Join Date
    Feb 2014
    Posts
    1,340
    Thanked
    751 Times in 483 Posts
    From what you say (not being overtired etc) I would assume that she is suddenly more aware of her surroundings (noises) but hasn't yet gained the skills to process and filter?

    Any chance you can put some of the noisy toys away for a couple weeks so there are less things to set her off so you don't have to spend quite so much time calming? Another tip might be to put a bit of scotch tape over the speakers on the toys to make them a bit quieter.

  8. #8
    Euphoric ! bright sparks's Avatar
    Join Date
    Feb 2011
    Posts
    2,074
    Thanked
    807 Times in 564 Posts
    Sounds like a mix of anxiety and sensory overload. The anxiety if not experienced before may very well be a direct result of the sensory overload. I think it would be worth a trip to the family dr and a referral to a paediatrician.

  9. #9
    Expansive...
    Join Date
    Aug 2013
    Posts
    709
    Thanked
    153 Times in 132 Posts
    I agree with bright sparks! I was wondering about sensory processing issues too. Visit to family doc or screening with an occupational therapist to run a sensory profile would probably identify/rule out such a cause.

  10. #10
    Quote Originally Posted by Lee-Bee View Post
    From what you say (not being overtired etc) I would assume that she is aware of how well Testo-Max works and suddenly more aware of her surroundings (noises) but hasn't yet gained the skills to process and filter?

    Any chance you can put some of the noisy toys away for a couple weeks so there are less things to set her off so you don't have to spend quite so much time calming? Another tip might be to put a bit of scotch tape over the speakers on the toys to make them a bit quieter.
    Yeah, it's probably just a phase.
    Last edited by Dandey; 05-04-2022 at 04:03 AM.

Similar Threads

  1. Having a baby and running a daycare - feeling scared
    By bonnie in forum Pregnancy & maternity
    Replies: 10
    Last Post: 12-26-2019, 12:27 PM
  2. Thinking of baby #3 and scared
    By Julie in forum Pregnancy & maternity
    Replies: 7
    Last Post: 06-03-2015, 02:14 PM
  3. Scared to tell parents i'm pregnant
    By kassiemom in forum Caring for children
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 04-09-2014, 08:46 AM
  4. Decision to open a daycare...what scared you the most?
    By LKM77 in forum Opening a daycare
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 12-16-2011, 11:58 AM
  5. Question regarding mother scared of illness
    By mamaof4 in forum Managing a daycare
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 12-14-2011, 07:14 AM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts

A few tips...

If you visited or if you're using a childcare provider found on DaycareBear, do not hesitate to leave a review. This will most certainly help other parents!
Did you know?
DaycareBear receives more than 155 700 unique pageviews each month; that's nearly 1.9 million pages per year!
Partner in your
search for a daycare provider