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- Species & breed
- Cat · Domestic Short Hair
- Age
- 2 months old
- Sex
- Female
- Color
- Black & White
That's such a sweet problem to have — a 2-month-old kitten who wants to be as close to you as possible! At this age she's still very much bonded to warmth and heartbeat sounds, so your face is basically the coziest spot in the house to her. The good news is you can absolutely guide her toward a better sleeping spot with a little patience.
Make an alternative spot irresistible
The key is giving her somewhere better than your face, not just somewhere different. Try:
- A small, soft bed or fleece blanket placed right next to you on the mattress — close enough that she still feels near you
- A heating pad set on low (designed for pets) tucked under the blanket to mimic body warmth
- A worn t-shirt or pillowcase of yours placed in the bed so it smells like you
- A stuffed animal she can curl up against for that "snuggled" feeling
Redirect, don't punish
Every time she climbs toward your face, calmly and gently move her to her designated spot. Give her a quiet little pet so she associates that spot with good things. Consistency is everything here — if she gets to stay on your face even once in a while, she'll keep trying.
Tire her out before bed
At 2 months old, she has a lot of energy. A 10–15 minute play session right before you go to sleep can help her settle down faster and sleep more deeply, wherever she lands.
Be patient with the timeline
Kittens this young are still figuring out the world, so expect this to take a week or two of consistent redirection before it really clicks. She's not being defiant — she genuinely just loves you and wants to be close.
As she gets a little older and more confident, she'll naturally start to explore more sleeping spots on her own too.
When to see your vet: For a behavior question like this, a vet visit isn't needed right away. However, since she's only 2 months old, make sure she's up to date on her kitten wellness visits and vaccinations if you haven't already — this is a really important window for her health. If you notice anything like sneezing, eye discharge, low energy, poor appetite, or any signs she's not thriving, don't wait — give your vet a call.
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