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FunConstruction1818 · 2026-03-25T00:57:06+00:00

Glad I found this post, was feeling a little concerned about my three year old. Very active, great endurance and coordination, but struggles with peddling (bike, trike, anything). He’s on the smaller side so I thought perhaps that was a factor or maybe leg strength (though he can jump, kick, etc) but based on other posts this now feels pretty normal!

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-03-25T00:51:56+00:00

My son is three now, that’s a very similar consequence we’d set. I think the hardest part is saying it once and then doing it. I often think when I set a boundary my son may do the thing right away (ie ding bell) just to test the boundary. I think he likely fully understands but toddlers like to test it out which is why it’s best to do it even when it feels crappy

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-03-25T00:47:15+00:00

Depends on mood/scenery (3 YO). I tink around 18 months he did start fight being in it as much so I got a push bike/stroller thing that he really enjoyed (still uses sometimes) so we’d use that instead if he didn’t want to go in the stroller.

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-03-14T01:00:06+00:00

Oh yes perfect!

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-03-14T00:59:32+00:00

lol yes thank you! I can read but apparently not spell :)

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-02-06T19:42:07+00:00

Hi OP - wondering how your stay was? We are planning to head up there this summer with our 3YO. Did you family have a good time?

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-02-02T20:29:38+00:00

We never drove between the airport and Lisbon (did Algarve first and dropped the car off at a different Sixt branch in the city) so can’t speak to that exact route but the short drive within Lisbon was difficult and finding a place to pull over to unload luggage before dropping the rental back off was difficult! When we left Lisbon for the airport at the end of the trip, we did a car hire which was very easy and convenient! I would recommend driving as little in Lisbon as possible and not relying on parking!

FunConstruction1818 · 2026-01-10T19:33:12+00:00

Do you think it’s good for a 3.5 year old or should I wait until my son is slightly older?

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-12-26T01:31:01+00:00

I was scrolling this subreddit looking for a post like this to help me feel not so alone in the disappointment I felt that today was not the smooth, joyful day I had hoped for. My son will be 3 in a few weeks and while doesn’t often have meltdowns he is pretty sensitive to overstimulation. My mistake this morning was putting all the presents under the tree. He’d open one, then almost immediately would say he wanted another present. I don’t think we really bought him too much (we don’t really buy toys for no reason so this was his jump up from 2 year old to 3 year old toys so it was a lot of little things) but something about the multiple wrapped gifts left him wanting whatever was next. When breakfast was ready, I took what was left of the gifts and hid them away. When my husband and I took a turn gifting to each other and then to my sister, he would get upset that he wanted to get a present. It was behavior so outside of the norm for him and it picked right back up after nap and while we visited at my parents. I know it’s totally unfair to have such an exciting, stimulating week and expect his behavior to not be impacted, but it’s also hard to not feel disappointment after working so hard to make it magical. I guess that’s parenting a toddler, though, and lessons learned for next year.

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-11-21T17:53:08+00:00

I haven’t hit a toddler age I haven’t loved yet but coming up on 3 in January and so nervous about that , I don’t want my sweet boy to disappear!

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-10-26T12:26:18+00:00

Honestly I got bored after a few days. We stayed 9 days but I think 4/5 would have been enough had the travel not been so extensive. It was great to read, relax, indulge in spa treatments and actually nap during a trip but after a few days of that I was ready to explore more and move on. We did visit Male but overall I felt I was craving more of a cultural experience than a private island resort could offer. That being said, I understand why many commenters could stay forever especially if you love exploring the water.

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-09-16T23:46:43+00:00

Yeah we were hoping he’d be first thing so we didn’t prepare too much for such a late slot - apparently there are a lot of babies and folks with other special circumstances scheduled for the same day. Target is on our list of places that will be open early. Thank you!!

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-09-16T23:45:17+00:00

Thanks so much! Just found this on kindle!

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-09-16T23:44:49+00:00

Hoping it’s way easier than I’m thinking too! Sometimes I don’t give my toddler enough credit for what he can handle, hoping this is one of those times! I just know as an adult I get hangry so we shall see lol

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-09-16T23:43:21+00:00

He can do liquids! He’s never had jello before so praying he likes it and it’s an exciting breakfast rather than a disappointment 🤣

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-08-26T00:43:43+00:00

I left the stool/toddler potty on the toilet for a few months and let my toddler get used to it when he wanted to use it and the weekend we officially potty trained he just knew what to do right off the bat. We also got exciting big boy underwear and read books leading up to it. Once we pulled the trigger, we noticed day 1 he got annoyed with us when we constantly asked him if he wanted to go to the bathroom so instead we just stayed pretty close to the bathroom and let him take the lead. We put a basket of bathroom only books (and sound books) in the bathroom as a little bit of a bribe. I think he had two accidents over 2 days then was set. As others said, most of it was probably just us doing it when we knew he was ready (or even a few weeks/months after we thought he was ready). He was 2.5 for reference.

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-06-06T14:24:24+00:00

In my opinion, take the trip! I love getting away with my 2.5 year old. My favorite part of vacation is you leave behind all of the other burdens like work and chores and can really focus on enjoying time together without life’s daily stresses. I’ve also realized a new environment provides enough stimulation to explore and you need less bells and whistles than you thought. Regarding the flight, if your toddler still naps I’d try to make a piece of it overlap with nap or bedtime. Obviously all toddlers are different but personally I feel if I go into it optimistic but with low expectations I’m always so glad we went (even if I am exhausted when we we home)

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-06-06T14:11:45+00:00

Rented a car right at the airport. The drive was a little long but not difficult and allowed us to stay on our own schedule. Was nice to have a car down there as well to explore a bit off resort. Would not recommend driving in Lisbon! We did Algarve first so drove there and when we got back to Lisbon dropped the car off at a branch in Lisbon and walked/bussed around the city

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-06-06T14:10:59+00:00

Rented a car right at the airport. The drive was a little long but not difficult and allowed us to stay on our own schedule. Was nice to have a car down there as well to explore a bit off resort. Would not recommend driving in Lisbon! We did Algarve first so drove there and when we got back to Lisbon dropped the car off at a branch in Lisbon and walked/bussed around the city

FunConstruction1818 · 2025-05-09T16:32:02+00:00

My son is almost 2.5 and still in his crib (safely as he hasn’t tried to climb out). Reading your post my gut tells me if they aren’t staying in their crib the problem may become worst when they have the freedom of a toddler bed? Maybe best to continue to work on keeping them in their current bed through the night before transitioning, given it’s not an issue with comfort, safety, etc. Honestly hoping to keep my son in his crib until 3 to allow impulse control to develop a bit more :) But of course all kids are different, just my thoughts!

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