March 2, 2019

Why does my child like to be where I am?

When they’re at home young children want to be near their parents. While the intensity of need varies with age and personality, children, especially between the […]
March 2, 2019

Do all children say, “Only Mommy do it”?

Between the ages of twenty months and three years, some children won’t let their fathers help them. When a father tries to comfort his child during […]
March 2, 2019

Why does my child want me with him at birthday parties?

When a birthday invitation arrives in the mail, children are excited. They ask, “Can I go? When is it?” and talk eagerly about presents, cake, and […]
March 2, 2019

Why does my child act differently when she’s away from me?

When parents hear how well-behaved their child is with a relative, teacher, friend, or caretaker, their response is often, “That’s not how she acts when she’s […]