Hello,
Do you feel like you're losing control when you're taking care of the baby and you've hit it?
You're also anxious and confused, right?
You are a responsible and caring mother. You worry about your baby's safety and health.
This caused your baby to lose control of his emotions, as well as yours.
For a 1-year-old and 2-month-old baby, try to educate them using a child's perspective.
How can I take better care of the baby? It might not work because the child doesn't understand.
The following perspectives:
Do you have a stable emotional state and rational thinking?
Is the child's bad behavior unsafe?
If you're anxious, even the smallest thing can set you off.
This can cause a commotion in you.
When we're anxious, we overreact to bad events.
This makes us more anxious.
But do you know about the child's attachment patterns?
A secure attachment is when:
The child and mother are comfortable together.
But soon, the child adapts and is happy to see her mother.
The child quickly adapts and is happy to see the mother.
The mother is sensitive to the child's emotions and has a positive attitude.
They will respect the child's needs, give them space to explore, and let them make mistakes.
They will interact more with their children, do the same things with them, laugh and make movements together, provide emotional support for their children's activities, and inspire them often. A secure attachment is the best kind of attachment.
This is comfortable and natural.
This is the best type of attachment relationship. The mother accepts the child stably and continuously.
The child knows they are loved, won't be abandoned, and the world is safe.
Such children are more adaptable as adults and form trusting relationships.
They can also have flexible and comfortable boundaries in intimate relationships.
Avoidant attachment
The child doesn't care if the mother is there or not. When the mother leaves, they don't resist.
They ignore the baby, pay no attention to him, and rarely show signs of tension or anxiety. When the mother returns,
The child ignores his mother.
The baby sometimes welcomes the mother's return, but only for a short time.
The parents are insensitive to their babies.
Rarely meets the baby's needs or gets pleasure from being close to the child.
Or they are over-enthusiastic, over-stimulate, and force the baby to create certain needs.
This is a bad attachment. It changes the child's life.
This is a poor attachment relationship. It can change a child's life.
The child easily becomes close to strangers, which is dangerous. If a stranger has something good, such as a toy,
If something tasty is offered, a stranger will take it. The child will grow up with an indifferent or cold personality.
They don't care about life. They avoid family and socialize instead.
When they're away on business, they read or watch TV at home, avoiding family. Their spouses' intimate behavior makes them feel uncomfortable.
They feel controlled and want their own space. Sometimes they show they need intimacy.
However, when their needs are met, they withdraw and get angry.
They try to please when they feel like they're losing the other person. Once they feel secure, they withdraw and avoid.
They are ambivalent about their relationship with their mother.
Ambivalent attachment pattern
The child spends most of the time in unfamiliar situations around their mother.
They watch for when their mother is about to leave. When she leaves, she is distressed and resistant.
A brief separation causes a tantrum. When the mother returns, the child is ambivalent.
He wants to engage with her but also resists. If she hugs him, he pushes her away.
He can't play anymore, but looks at his mother sometimes.
The mother's inconsistent parenting style makes the baby feel desperate.
The baby feels desperate about the parents' attitude and approach. To get attention, they either cling to their parents or cry.
Or cry. If all efforts are in vain, they will become angry and resentful.
The mother may rarely spend time with the child or pay attention to them.
The child only gets attention when he makes a mistake. There are many mothers like this.
This is especially true for working mothers.
This is also an insecure attachment pattern. The child is often anxious and angry.
The link between parent and child is maintained by anxiety and anger.
They are more prone to anxiety. They may also become overly dependent on others.
Or they just detach from the world and don't want to be close to others.
and displays disorganized attachment patterns.
Disorganized attachment pattern
The child's behavior is inconsistent and contradictory. When faced with pressure, she seems to collapse.
The child's response is confused and contradictory. When the mother returns, the baby behaves more uncertainly. The mother hugs them.
They look sad and avoid eye contact with their mother.
Some babies cry a lot after being soothed by their mothers.
These mothers neglect or abuse their children.
Children don't know what mood their mother will be in.
They don't know what to expect. The child may have behaved well, but because the mother is unhappy,
The child may have stolen from someone.
But today, she was in a good mood and forgave him. Mothers of these children often suffer from depression.
Mothers often feel afraid, unsure, and unhappy.
This attachment is the least secure.
The child will also become inconsistent. He will become someone who doesn't know right from wrong.
He will become very emotional.
Attachment is formed through the infant's interactions with the mother.
The mother's sensitivity to the baby's signals is important.
It's important to show you care.
If your baby has an insecure attachment, how should you educate them?
Building empathic, attuned care interactions:
As babies grow, they continue to regulate their emotions through their attachment objects.
Babies can be soothed, calm down, and regulate their emotions if they have had this experience.
As an attachment figure for your baby, you need to know when your baby is hungry or needs something else.
Did they wet the bed again? Or is it an itch?
Mothers need to recognize these signals, greet their child, and use simple language.
A few things to remember:
Don't ignore your child. If you need a moment, respond.
Look your child in the eye when you talk to them.
Look at your child's misbehavior with optimism. When your child's behavior is annoying, relax.
Bad moods pass quickly.
Show your feelings with your face, eyes, body language, and words.
Understand what your child needs to feel secure and calm.
Play games with your child. Find games that suit their age. Have fun together.
Be aware of how your family of origin affects your parenting.
I don't know what kind of personality you have if you grew up in a single-parent family. If you are an anxious mother,
You may need psychological help or counseling to recover from early trauma.
For example, when you're angry and the baby makes you feel that way.
Think about where the feeling comes from.
If you're rough with your baby, think about how your parents treated you.
And finally, a reminder:
The baby can't understand the risks of the stove, so you need to watch out for him.
To keep him safe, don't punish him.
This is how you should treat adults or older children.
Finally, I want to say again that there is not a lot of information about babies. The above analysis and suggestions are just for reference.
I'm counselor Yao. I'm here to support you at Yixinli!
Comments
I can see you're feeling very overwhelmed and frustrated. It's important to find a calm way to keep your daughter safe without using physical punishment. Have you tried childproofing the kitchen so she can't reach the stove?
Sometimes children at that age are just curious and don't understand danger. Maybe creating a safe space for her to explore could help.
It sounds like you're dealing with a lot of stress on your own. Reaching out to local support groups or online communities for single parents might offer some guidance and relief.
Your history may be affecting how you react in stressful situations. Speaking to a counselor could provide strategies to cope with frustration in healthier ways.
I know it's hard, but hitting or biting back won't teach her the right lessons. Perhaps looking into positive reinforcement methods would be more effective and nurturing.