Toddler Emotional Issues
Building Confidence With Your Toddler - Toddlers are funny things. One minute they are fiercely independent and will fight tooth and nail to put on their own shoes and socks (usually when you are running late). The next they need loads of reassurance that they can achieve a task or activity. [cont..]
The Shy Toddler - Shyness in toddlers is a common occurrence. With some toddlers, as they get used to new people their shyness wanes. Other toddlers continue to be shy around unfamiliar adults and children and may need more encouragement to interact with them. [cont..]
Separation Anxiety in Toddlers - Separation anxiety is a common issue in the early years. A baby will begin to be aware of you leaving a room or not being close by at around 7-8 months. After their first birthday the fear of separation can increase and your toddler can become even clingier. [cont..]
The Only Child - Only children have the benefit of their parent’s individual care and attention. They learn lots as mum and dad have more time to devote to teaching them. Their homes are quieter and more peaceful, as bickering over toys and possessions do not occur. They don’t have to fight for their parent’s attention either.
Toddlers and a New Baby - A new baby in the family can cause a major upheaval in the life of a toddler. No matter how excited they may seem before the baby arrives, that isn’t always how they feel once their new brother or sister appears. [cont..]
Sibling Rivalry with Toddlers - All children fight at some point, though some will do it more than others. Toddlers don’t share well, fact! Whether the sharing involves toys, games or parents, it doesn’t matter, they want them for themselves. [cont..]
Toddlers and Stepfamilies - Getting a balanced, happy family life can be tricky in any home. Obviously where step families are concerned there are added complications. If these can be overcome then step siblings can hopefully become an important part of each others lives and step parents and step children can have a strong relationship. [cont..]
Toddlers And Coping With Loss - Helping your child come to terms with loss is very difficult. Apart from having to explain to them you are dealing with your own pain as well. Young toddlers will not understand death, but will obviously miss the person (or pet) that is missing from their lives. [cont..]
Phobias and Toddlers - Some phobias cannot be explained and although irrational to others, to the toddler they can present real terror. Other phobias are passed on from a parent or someone around the child. I can hold up my hands and say all my kids have a phobia of spiders passed on from me (though I try to act brave!). [cont..]
Gender Sterotypes - All children develop at their own rate and there will always be exceptions to any rule. None of my children (2 girls 2 boys) particularly fitted in with the statements below. [cont..]
Separation and Divorce - When parents separate the most important issue is making the change as easy as possible for the children. By explaining things to your child in simple terms, you can make the whole process seem less confusing and scary. [cont..]
