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I Think – Separation Anxiety

I Think (9 - 11 Months) – Episode 3 – Dealing With Separation Anxiety

Our I Think channel gives you a unique insight into your child’s inner thoughts and learning experiences. The channel is split into four age groups, each containing four videos – one longer I Think show and three shorter I Think episodes. Watch all related videos in each channel, or go straight to the age group relevant to your child. There are five channels in total, each focusing on one aspect of your child's world.

 

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Why You Should Watch

It’s tough for babies and parents to be separated from each other the first few times. And babies are naturally afraid of being left with people they don’t recognize. Experiencing separation anxiety from a baby’s point of view is highly beneficial to parents who are worried about this stressful development stage. Knowing how to help your baby through it goes a long way towards increasing their self-confidence and  feelings of security as they grow up.

What you’ll see from a baby’s eye view:

  • The anxiety caused by separation
  • How babies can be comforted and reassured
  • The importance of “substitute” toys or blankets
What you’ll discover:
  • How to reduce your child’s feelings of separation anxiety
  • What items work best as “substitutes” 
  • Parenting secrets for making your child feel more secure
Discovering how to ease your baby’s separation anxiety and make them feel more secure will give you a better night’s sleep, too. 
Channel Summary: 
<p>Our I Think channel gives you a unique insight into your child&rsquo;s inner thoughts and learning experiences.&nbsp;The channel is split into four age groups, each containing four videos &ndash; one longer I Think show and three shorter I Think episodes. Watch all related videos in each channel, or go straight to the age group relevant to your child. There are five channels in total, each focusing on one aspect of your child's world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>
Duration: 
6:43

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