Theories of Childhood, Second Edition (Carol Garhart Mooney) / quote 33 of 70

Responsiveness is the opposite of spoiling

Erikson’s theory says that babies will develop the strongest sense of security if they know that adults will come running when they cry. Then, when they are a little older, they will be able to cope with delayed gratification of their needs. By meeting their needs quickly and consistently throughout their first year of life, adults are doing the opposite of spoiling. With consistent, responsive care, they are laying the foundation that will allow babies to grow into strong, confident toddlers ready to assert their independence.

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