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Encouraging independence while providing support promotes healthy development from "summary" of The Science of Parenting by Margot Sunderland

Children need to feel competent and capable in order to develop a healthy sense of self-esteem. By encouraging independence while providing support, parents can help their children build confidence and resilience. This means allowing children to take on age-appropriate tasks and responsibilities, while also being there to offer guidance and assistance when needed. When children are given the opportunity to make choices and solve problems on their own, they learn valuable life skills and develop a sense of autonomy. This independence allows them to exp...
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    The Science of Parenting

    Margot Sunderland

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