As I kneel on the kitchen floor, soaking up the puddles of water my 2 and 3-year-olds have gleefully splashed everywhere, one recurring thought echoes in my mind: “What on earth is going on with you?” This isn’t just a fleeting thought; it’s a mantra that plays on repeat throughout my day. I can only imagine the chaos that would ensue if my articulate 3-year-old waltzed into her preschool and innocently asked her teacher, “What on earth is going on with you?” That would surely earn me a spot on the “Parents in Need of Guidance” prayer list.
Honestly, what is up with toddlers? Just the other day, my 2-year-old threw a fit while I was trying to buckle him into his car seat, arching his back and screaming as if I were causing him physical harm. In those moments, I can’t help but think, “What’s wrong with you?” Then there was the time I entered a room only to find my diaper-free toddler using a hand covered in poop to create a masterpiece on my pristine white wall. My eyes nearly bulged out of my head, and once again, the question loomed large in my mind.
And let’s not forget the moment my 3-year-old proudly announced from the bathroom that she had gone potty all by herself. I rushed in to find her squatting beside the toilet in a puddle of pee. I squeezed my hair in frustration (no wonder it’s thinning) and bit my tongue to refrain from yelling, “What is wrong with you?!”
I often wonder about these tiny tornadoes who seem to thrive on chaos, leaving a trail of destruction wherever they go. My jeans and leggings are starting to wear thin at the knees from the constant cleaning up. At first, I thought maybe it was just my children who had a penchant for mess-making, possibly due to some genetic defect or perhaps a side effect of too much caffeine during pregnancy. However, after spending time with other toddlers, I realize they all have their own “What on earth?” moments that leave us baffled.
I consider myself a reasonably intelligent person, one who has navigated the complexities of parenting with some level of success. Surviving two under the age of two while battling postpartum depression has given me a sense of resilience. Yet, despite my experience, the enigma of toddler behavior remains unsolved. Maybe it’s one of those lifelong mysteries that will never fully make sense. Perhaps someday a researcher will crack the code, but until then, I’ll continue to ponder what is truly going on with these little beings.
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In summary, while the questions surrounding toddler behavior continue to baffle us, we navigate these challenges daily with patience and a sense of humor, hoping to find clarity—or at least survive until the next chaotic moment.
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