How Do You Lessen Stranger Anxiety In Babies?
At around three months of age you may notice a new behavior in your baby when around unfamiliar people. Even though this is a very normal behavior that serves as a self-protection function, it can be very nerve-wracking and anxiety producing for both the parent and the child. This anxiety can begin as early as three months of age and last until after the first birthday. Remember, every child is different and some experience this stranger anxiety more strongly than others. As the parent, try to greet each friend or relative in a friendly manner. Use a friendly tone of voice and body language to let your baby know that this is a person that mom and dad accept. Eventually, your child will pick up on these signals and use them to help distinguish between mom and dad’s friends or relatives versus strangers. Always stay in view of your baby!! When a visiting relative holds your baby, just make sure he/she can see you so he/she will not feel abandoned. This will help lessen the anxiety. An ev
