I know plenty of my thoughts and opinions will be shared via this blog, so with that in mind I figured I should add a few disclaimers. Yes, I’m very opinionated, but my goal and desire is to never be disrespectful or rude. My thoughts and opinions are my own, that doesn’t mean that they are better. What works for me doesn’t work for all.
With that said, my friend Lea posted linked this blog on Facebook. I read it and thought I’d share. Here’s the link.
Its comes as no surprise to anybody that I personally don’t believe in having a baby cry it out (CIO). I think babies cry for a reason, crying is their way of communicating. I don’t prescribe to the line of thinking that asserts babies cry to manipulate their caregivers. Evolutionarily speaking babies cry because they need something, whether its comfort, reassurance or nourishment, there is a perceived need that needs attention.
Yes, I think there is a difference between whining and actively crying. No, despite popular belief I don’t immediately pick up and console my child in response to every whiny cry, but if I did, that’s my choice too! ;)
1 comments:
I actually just read that same article and shared it!
My personal belief is that the Lord didn't just throw us on the earth and say- when you are upset I am just going to leave you alone to figure it out. He gave us family, friends, scripture, etc- so why would we expect more of these precious little ones then the Lord expects of us?
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