Agree with above, can't give in to the cries all the time. As a parent with a 4YO, I understand what you are going through, but the best bet is to distinguish between the cries, hunger, pain, or lonelyness. and you'll find some more free time for yourself, but do not neglect. P.S. don't use TV as a/an pacifier/alternate to good parenting when he gets a little older.