Amber Jackson
Chapter 2: Infancy and Early Childhood
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The stimulation provided during the crucial period of infancy determines a child’s development. Parents will provide stimulation by placing a child in a stimulating environment(day-care) and by interacting with the child. There are many ways an individual can stimulate an infant’s brain. At birth, infants can see but their focus is not fully developed. You can stimulate their vision by bright colors, light-and-dark contrasts, moving objects, and contoured surfaces. Using the human face is perfect for attention as time progresses. The human face is contoured, moves and talks. It’s important to give infants different positions that will give them a variation of views.
Infants seek newness …show more content…
Toddlers will have frequent tantrums when they don’t get their way. It’s important not to give in to a toddler’s desires. Parents should make expectations clear and consistent, so when these moments occur they can reinforce the desired behavior. Do not give in because that will reinforce a behavior you don’t want to stick. It’s important to set limits and have a balance.
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Erikson believes that people develop this sense of generativity that gives parents this innate desire to teach. First-time parents who are mature are better able to mesh their needs with an infant. Many factors: Marital status, careers, and support determine how needs between parents and infants are fulfilled.
When an individual has a child, roles and relationships before becoming a parent will change. It’s no longer about the parents, but now about another being. Partying and hanging out with friends are no longer the highlight of their day. Children are costly and funds will have to spent wisely. Parents have to learn how to deal with different responsibilities and handle the pressure of having a new born who demands their …show more content…
According to Chad, Infancy was harder for him to deal with than his current stage of dealing with a toddler. He describes the infant period as being more gentle and mindful. As a first time parent, he was nervous and worried all the time. He wondered if he was doing things right and would do everything possible to support for his family. He felt more protective and watched her every move. For the toddler stage, he explains himself as being more patient and willing to let go. He allows her to explore new things and gain her independence. He doesn’t have much of a social life outside of his child, work and his girlfriend. To spend more time with his daughter, he decided to work from home. His life is centered on his family and he’s satisfied with things being this way. He has no problems balancing things and feels good about his choices and how he handles dealing with his
Chapter 2: Infancy and Early Childhood
1.
The stimulation provided during the crucial period of infancy determines a child’s development. Parents will provide stimulation by placing a child in a stimulating environment(day-care) and by interacting with the child. There are many ways an individual can stimulate an infant’s brain. At birth, infants can see but their focus is not fully developed. You can stimulate their vision by bright colors, light-and-dark contrasts, moving objects, and contoured surfaces. Using the human face is perfect for attention as time progresses. The human face is contoured, moves and talks. It’s important to give infants different positions that will give them a variation of views.
Infants seek newness …show more content…
Toddlers will have frequent tantrums when they don’t get their way. It’s important not to give in to a toddler’s desires. Parents should make expectations clear and consistent, so when these moments occur they can reinforce the desired behavior. Do not give in because that will reinforce a behavior you don’t want to stick. It’s important to set limits and have a balance.
3.
Erikson believes that people develop this sense of generativity that gives parents this innate desire to teach. First-time parents who are mature are better able to mesh their needs with an infant. Many factors: Marital status, careers, and support determine how needs between parents and infants are fulfilled.
When an individual has a child, roles and relationships before becoming a parent will change. It’s no longer about the parents, but now about another being. Partying and hanging out with friends are no longer the highlight of their day. Children are costly and funds will have to spent wisely. Parents have to learn how to deal with different responsibilities and handle the pressure of having a new born who demands their …show more content…
According to Chad, Infancy was harder for him to deal with than his current stage of dealing with a toddler. He describes the infant period as being more gentle and mindful. As a first time parent, he was nervous and worried all the time. He wondered if he was doing things right and would do everything possible to support for his family. He felt more protective and watched her every move. For the toddler stage, he explains himself as being more patient and willing to let go. He allows her to explore new things and gain her independence. He doesn’t have much of a social life outside of his child, work and his girlfriend. To spend more time with his daughter, he decided to work from home. His life is centered on his family and he’s satisfied with things being this way. He has no problems balancing things and feels good about his choices and how he handles dealing with his