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When I Play With Other Babies

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Even though I’m getting to be so big, I still may not know how to play with other babies. Babies are more interesting for me to look at and make noises to, but I don’t understand sharing or taking turns…

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Help Me Know What to Expect

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One of the most important things you can do for me, no matter how old I am, is to help me feel prepared for what each day will bring. This means trying to keep a routine, or schedule, for me…

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When I Fuss When You Say Good-Bye

When I Fuss When You Say Good-Bye

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If I cry, kick, and scream when you leave me, even if it’s only for an hour and I’m with someone I know and like, I may be saying, “Life feels a little uncertain. I need you. I depend on you…

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Kissing Hand

Kissing Hand

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In the book The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn, the Mamma Raccoon reassures her young child that her kiss in the palm of his hand can help him when he starts to miss her; all he has to do is…

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When I Throw a Tantrum

When I Throw a Tantrum

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What I may be saying is, “I am frustrated! I want to do this, but I am not able,” or “I don’t know how to communicate what I am feeling to you.” Sometimes I might tantrum when I am tired…

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Planes, Trains, and Other Toys

Planes, Trains, and Other Toys

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I love to play with you! When you are away, I can see you when we use the computer to talk. That helps, yet how much can we talk about when I am so little? So, why not play with…

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If I Hesitate with My Injured Parent

If I Hesitate with My Injured Parent

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When I hesitate to look at or talk to my injured parent or, I shy away from touching, hugging, or kissing my injured parent, I may be saying, “It’s been a long time. I need time to reconnect.” You can support…

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Running, Climbing, and Action!

Running, Climbing, and Action!

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Games like “Ring Around the Rosy” and “London Bridge” encourage me to move, sing, listen, and take turns. Try creating an obstacle course for me to run with you. Put on some music and march with me like we are…

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If I Peek, Look Away, then Peek Again

If I Peek, Look Away, then Peek Again

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When I peek at my injured parent in the hospital bed, then look away, then peek again, what I may be saying is, “I’m starting to reconnect.” You can support me by giving me time. I will let you know…

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Let’s Do It Again, and Again, and Again

Let’s Do It Again, and Again, and Again

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I love repetition! It helps me learn how things work. I might fill a pail and dump it over and over again to learn about empty/full. Or I might want to put a lid on a container, then take it…

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When I Stare at Someone’s Scarred Face

When I Stare at Someone’s Scarred Face

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When I stare at someone’s scarred face or prosthesis, what I may be saying is, “I’m trying to understand and learn about something that is new to me. I’m worried something like that might happen to me.” You can support…

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Singing and Rhyming

Singing and Rhyming

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Have you noticed how I love it when you sing with me? I love the rhythm of words, like those found in fun songs, nursery rhymes, and toddler books. If I know the song and start to sing along, pause…

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When I Ask a Question

When I Ask a Question

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What I may be saying is, “I’m curious. I’m ready for more information.” You can support me by answering in simple words I can understand. “That machine helps Mommy breathe.”

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Let’s Dance!

Let’s Dance!

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Put some music on and let’s dance together! Help me experience the joy of movement. Show me how to bounce in time with the beat or clap my hands. No music available? We can sing and dance! We will be…

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If I Get Upset When I Get a Boo-boo

If I Get Upset When I Get a Boo-boo

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When I get very upset when I fall or get a boo-boo, what I may be saying is, “I’m afraid my body is injured, too.” You can support me by being matter-of-fact. Reassure me that you will take care of…

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Busy Hands

Busy Hands

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I love to touch things and see what happens. I want to turn knobs, push buttons, open boxes, and turn pages. Find ways for me to get busy with my hands. You may want to buy some toddler-safe finger paint…

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