My dh and I cannot have even the smallest conversation because 3 yo (almost 4) CONSTANTLY interrupts. we have no idea how to handle interrupting. asking him to wait doesn't work. ignoring doesn't work (b/c you can't have a conversation while ignoring the 3 yo who is yelling and freaking out that you are not engaged in HIS conversation). What would you do?
is it only when you're talking to your dh, or does it happen when you talk to anybody? is he trying to join in on the conversation or is he just trying to get your or hubby's attention? do you think he's jealous of your time together- is he getting enough attention at other times of the day? maybe try giving your full attention to him for a few minutes and then set him to a task of some sort (playing a game, watching a movie) afterward so then you and your husband can talk to each other?
it's when i'm talking to anyone (in person or on the phone it seems). i notice it more with dh b/c dh gets so annoyed by it. he's not trying to take part in our conversation. he wants to talk about what HE wants to talk about RIGHT NOW.
I think it's a phase that most kids seem to go through right around 3-5. I don't know ANY parent that hasn't dealt with this. So while I'm sure it's driving you crazy, you're not alone. With my kids, what I would do is say "Sweetie, I am talking with Daddy (or whoever it was) right now. It is HIS turn to have my attention. If there is an emergency, of course I will listen but otherwise I need to give him my attention right now. I will give you a turn in 5 minutes, and at that time I will give YOU my attention." It didn't always work, but I was consistent & eventually they learned that I was serious - both in needing to give someone else my attention at the moment AND that I would get back to them shortly. I still get the occasional interruption, (most often while I'm on the phone now) and all I have to do now is raise my index finger in a "hold on" gesture & they'll either write me a note, (heehee) or come back to try again in a few minutes. love, mom
