- Ignore them and you begin establishing a non-responsive parent-child relational pattern.
- Respond with annoyance and you begin establishing an inconvenienced parent-child relational pattern.
- Engage in responsive listening and problem-solving and you begin establishing a nurturing parent-child relational pattern.
During the first three years of life, it is best if parents are available, responsive, and loving in meeting all of the child's needs.
- Be responsive; warm and loving
- Be verbal; talk, read, and sing to your child
- Encourage safe explorations and play
- Begin gently teaching and guiding
- Recognize that each child is unique
- Take care of yourself
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