Published: Sunday, September 16, 2007
some ADVICE FOR PARENTS
FOR PARENTS
Pediatrician Chris Dreiling offers these tips for parents:
Don't jump up and run at the first fall.
Don't reward and give treats to a hurt child. "If it's a treat he likes, he may start exaggerating injuries."
Don't tell her not to cry or say, "Don't be a baby."
Do stop for two seconds and assess the situation.
Do help if the child has a bigger cry than usual or doesn't pick himself up right away.
Do consider how other children will treat your child if she acts fragile.
Remember, if it hurts, to respect a child's right to cry.
Remember, when your child feels better, encourage him to shake it off and go back to the activity.
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