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Last Updated: September 14, 2009

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Parenting Tips for Your 49-50 Month Old Child

Parenting is one of the hardest jobs anyone will ever have. It also seems to be the job we are least prepared for in our lives. There are positive things that are part of raising a child as well as challenges. Parenting offers an adventure in love, growth, and family meaning and is valued by all who care for children.

Remember to appreciate these things:

  • Your child is special and unique. Enjoy each new word, facial expression, or funny comment your child makes.
  • The depth of love you feel for your child. Raising a child offers parents a whole new experience in love that can be deep and powerful.
  • Feelings about yourself. Although some parents may doubt how good they are as parents, many come to feel more mature and responsible with a child. Successfully raising a child is a source of accomplishment and meaning.
  • Sense of family. Children often help create a new sense of family connection between family members.
  • Personal growth. Parenthood provides the opportunity to guide, teach and pass on values to the next generation.
  • Closeness to parents. Having a child may help parents more fully understand their own parents’ love and perspectives.


Learn more about Your Child: 49-50 Months from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.


Note to Parents: When reading this newsletter, remember: Every baby is different. Children may do things earlier or later than described here. This newsletter gives equal space and time to both sexes. If he or she is used, we are talking about all babies.
References: These materials were adapted by authors from Extension Just in Time Parenting Newsletters in California, Delaware, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Tennessee, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, and Wisconsin.

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