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Reinforce Positive Behavior by Telling Your Child What He’s Doing Right

Last Updated: September 14, 2009

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Parenting Tips for Your 19-20 Month Old Toddler

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Does it sometimes seem that your child changes almost too fast, while at other times he learns things sooo-o slowly? Believe it or not, your little one wants to learn and is doing his best. Some things are just hard for him to get the hang of.

You can help by being calm and by telling him you like what he is doing. That way, he won’t get upset and have trouble learning. If your messy eater gets two spoonfuls of applesauce in his mouth without spilling much, let him know you are pleased. If he plays with another child for just 5 minutes without fighting, tell him you like what he is doing.

Let him know you like what he can do. Try not to talk about what he cannot do. He’ll learn faster and you’ll both feel better.


Learn more about Your Toddler: 19-20 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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