REMEMBER to listen to your baby's
cries carefully. They cry differently for different
needs and it is important to understand what they
are trying to convey.
REMEMBER the virtues of massaging
and make it a part of your daily routine. Massage
techniques if used correctly not only soothes your
baby but also promotes bonding.
REMEMBER to pay attention to his
cues by making eye-contact, talking, singing, smiling
and attend to his needs like diapering, feeding, sleeping
immediately. This builds your baby's trust and confidence
in you.
REMEMBER to stay calm when your baby
develops 'stranger anxiety' or 'separation anxiety'
in the second half of the year. Use assuring words
and gestures. Don't forget to bring her favorite toy
along.
REMEMBER to encourage independence
in your child by allowing him to make simple choices
or exploring a safe environment by himself.
REMEMBER that infants explore their surroundings
by placing objects in their mouths. At a later stage,
they learn things by touching everything they can
lay their hands on. This is part and parcel of growth
and development.
AVOID getting angry with your kid
over the mundane like messing themselves over eating,
grabbing another child's toy, touching things in a
friends house.
AVOID propping up your baby with
a bottle for self-feeding. Babies should be held and
talked to during feeding.
AVOID strapping babies to their bouncers
for long periods of time. It inhibits their development
when they are not allowed to touch, explore and feel
their way around.
AVOID 'sneaking away' and leaving
your child at the daycare when she is not ready to
separate from you. Say proper good byes and assure
her that you will back for her soon.
AVOID force-feeding. Let your child
eat in small portions and encourage her to try everything.
AVOID throwing a fit when your kid
makes an accident during potty-training. Positive
words will help him do better next time.
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