I do not understand if it's a temper tantrum or she's just trying to push us to our limits. We've been trying to get her to acknowledge her elders by greeting them. She has no problem identifying who is who from pictures and calls out correctly. However when it comes to addressing them when they are physically in front of her, she clamps shut. She apologies to us, tears running down her eyes but she just refuses to call them unless I start to get annoyed and pissed by telling her if she doesn't start addressing them, she would be allowed to go home. We tried preparing her mentally before going out but it doesn't curb the stubborn mouth. We have no idea what is going on and how we can help her.

come on mamma, i don't think your baby is trying to push you to your limits deliberately. babies are not capable of thinking like this, and there are many reasons this could be happening. the first thing that comes to my mind is that she may be shy or conscious in front of them and that is what stops her. it is possible that even if she knows who is who and how to address, she may not be able to express it. the fact that she cries and shows her discomfort in some way is an indication that she wants to try but knows she is not able to do what you ask her to. i think you should give her some time. my elder one who is 9 now has suddenly become too shy and refuses to acknowledge family members and relatives. if you feel your baby is being stubborn, let her be herself for some time. stop asking her to address and do those things that you are asking her to do. i feel she will eventually start doing it herself once she is comfortable and feels it naturally.