Help! 15 month old terrified of hairdresser!

[Lisa]

I just cut Harrison's hair whilst he was watching "Elmo" on TV.
He was distracted and he loves getting his hair combed so it all worked out in the end.
I agree that distraction is the best thing. Take along a book, or something that he likes to look at or play with whilst he gets his hair cut. Or, try getting a hairdresser to come to you... maybe he will be better in the comfort of his own home rather than a salon? Or even try doing it yourself, if you feel comfortable enough.

[Snoopea]

My son was the same and has only now started to sit still for a haircut! We make sure he's with us when ever we get a hair cut and usually get him to have one the same time as my hubby. The Tv didn't work or the lolly bribes but he has now grown out of it! Hope this helps!!!!
Snoopea

[Curly]

I was also going to suggest having a haircut at the same time as Dad or getting a mobile hairdresser to come to you so your DS can sit in front of the TV in familiar environment. Is he into Thomas the Tank Engine or anything like that?

You could also maybe play hairdressers at home, combing his hair, pretending to cut it with toy scissors, spraying some water on his hair?

[Celsie]

Thank you for all the suggestions. I don't feel brave enough to cut his hair. I cut DH's hair, but he likes it messy, so it doesn't matter if I stuff it up. I think I'll have to try and fix up what's already been done, he looks a little lop-sided.

Will see if I can find someone to come to our house.

Thank you!