One-year-old babies often have contrary natures. Sometimes they scream and cry if
you are out of sight for just few minutes. Other times they are just fine
playing alone, while you to do your chores uninterrupted.This contrariness is
due to the child’s awareness of dependence on parents and the early stages of independence.
By the time a baby is one, they know that parents are not just around to cater to their every whim. Parents
are a safety net, people who watch out for and protect them from the unknown
in the world.
Parents have to walk a fine line during this stage.
You need to maintain the delicate balance between making sure your child feels
secure, and helping your child begin down the road to independence.
It is important parents tare not overprotective or unduly harsh.
There is no exact formula, all children are different.
Here are some tips to help you
achieve this balance:
Don’t sneak out of the houseor out of the day care center.
Your child may be okay once you’ve gone, but when you return,
she will probably stick to you like glue, terrified that you will abandon her again.
The child will become alert for the slightest indication that you may get up
and leave. This will make the baby feel insecure.
Don't show hesitation or guilt when you leave.
Children are very sensitive and will pick up on your feelings,
making them feel that their fear is justified.
Play Hide and Seek with your child. Hide for a few minutes before
reappearing. Lengthening the time you hide. This will help your child learn
that you will return.
Take your child with you when you can. Don’t worry it willnot make they grow up to be
"clingy". Children usually outgrow separation anxiety by age 3 or 4 unless they are facing a
brand new situation such as anew day care center or pre-school. In
addition, children can grow up to be solitary, introverted and "clingy" if they are not exposed to many people.
It has been proven that children who are used to being around different people
from a young age tend to be more independent and outgoing.
Children who are brought up with love, care and attention from parents,
grandparents, uncles, aunts and siblings, become confident,
friendly and secure.
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