EPISODE · Nov 6, 2023 · 20 MIN
This is why we shouldn't discipline toddlers for not sharing
from Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron · host Cindy Hovington, Ph.D.
Send us Fan MailWondering why your two-year-old is not keen on sharing toys with their playmates? I have a reel that is about to hit 4 MILLION views...and it's about sharing. Many people don't agree with my post so today's episode is all about understanding child development and sharing - a concept that genuinely blossoms around the age of four. Let's unravel the misconceptions and shed light on the research behind this fascinating aspect of child growth.Developing pro-social behavior in children is an art. And the canvas - relationships! Yes, kids are more likely to share with people they're familiar with. But how can we, as parents and educators, encourage these skills? Let's get practical as we discuss everything from how to inspire your child to pass on their balloon to their best bud, to sharing a yummy cookie with grandma. We explore the importance of patience, understanding, and excellent guidance in nurturing these essential life skills.Play, the universal language of children, is our secret weapon. We dive into how play can teach children about sharing, mine vs. yours, patience, and even conflict resolution. The episode wraps up with some love for our wonderful listeners, emphasizing how much we appreciate your ratings and reviews. We hope to continue delivering insightful episodes and wish you a beautiful week ahead! Don't miss out on this enlightening journey into the world of child development and sharing.Get free weekly activity packs that teach your kids about emotions HERESources: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxdAEjzOVua/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Mine or Yours? Development of Sharing in Toddlers in Relation to Ownership Understanding HEREThe development of recipient-dependent sharing behavior and sharing expectations in preschool children HERESupport the showJoin the Reflective Parent Book Club for only $9.99 for the year: https://reflectiveparentclub.circle.so/checkout/reflective-parenting-book-clubWatch my Tedx Talk on YouTube called The Over-Educated, Emotionally Underprepared Parent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDYJFY_9K9E&t=19sGrab my course for $99, The Emotionally Aware Parent: https://curiousneuron.com/reflective-parent-club/Doors open to join the next 8-week training (Starts Oct 12th) here https://curiousneuron.com/reflective-parent-club/
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Send us Fan Mail Wondering why your two-year-old is not keen on sharing toys with their playmates? I have a reel that is about to hit 4 MILLION views...and it's about sharing. Many people don't agree with my post so today's episode is all about understanding child development and sharing - a concept that genuinely blossoms around the age of four. Let's unravel the misconceptions and shed light on the research behind this fascinating aspect of child growth. Developing pro-social behavio...
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