Babies are capable of selfregulation from "summary" of Your Self-Confident Baby by Magda Gerber,Allison Johnson
Babies are born with the remarkable ability to regulate their own bodies. This means that they can determine when they are hungry, when they are full, when they are tired, and when they need comfort. As parents, our role is to observe and respond to our babies' cues and signals, rather than imposing our own schedules or expectations on them. When we respect our babies' self-regulatory abilities, we allow them to develop a sense of trust in themselves and in the world around them. By responding promptly and consistently to their needs, we communicate to them that they are important and worthy of attention. This lays a strong foundation for their self-confidence and self-esteem as they grow older. ...
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