Looking at a newborn reminds me just how much our children rely on us for everything from basic physical needs to more complex emotional support. As parents, we spend so much time the first year making sure our newborn, infant, and young toddler is comforted either by nourishment, rest, or TLC. Mothers and fathers often sacrifice their own well-being (mainly in the form of rest!) in order to meet the unique and ever changing needs of their baby.
Parents of young children don’t see the fruits of their labor for years to come, leaving them feeling frustrated or inadequate. However, child development gurus such as Piaget and Maslow, have proven the early years are learning years. All those sleepless nights spent rocking and soothing your crying baby are teaching your child about love, safety, and security. In the realm of early childhood development, feeling safe, secure, and loved are top priority.
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