UrbanBaby

06.16.08, 11:01 AM General Topics
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Do you think that the way a parent talks to and about their child shapes who the child becomes. I overheard a woman calling her ds (2-3 years old), "lazy" and "dim," but using affectionate tones. Will this hurt the child's identity? [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
General Topics 06.16.08, 11:01 AM Flag

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I think by 2 yo they completely understand what you are saying. I stopped calling my dd shy in front of her since i believe that affects her [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 11:02 AM Flag

"identity"... not sure what that means. but of course it hurts self esteem. labeling kids is definitely considered a no-no these days. they say you should focus on behavior instead, rather than the child's character. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 11:06 AM Flag

did the child hear it? [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 11:11 AM Flag

OP: Child was right there. [ Reply | More

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General Topics 06.16.08, 11:14 AM Flag