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Listener Case: A Restless 16‑Month‑Old
- A caregiver writes about a 16-month-old who struggles to sit 3–5 minutes in a high chair and 15–20 minutes in a car seat.
- Janet responds that this behavior is within typical range and not a major concern at 16 months.
Facilitate, Don't Lecture
- Teaching traits like patience works best by facilitating development, not direct instruction.
- Modeling matters more than telling because teaching can unintentionally show the opposite behaviour.
Model A Patient Mindset
- Model patience by adopting a mindset of letting go and trusting rather than forcing outcomes.
- Avoid overdoing strategies that may signal to children you lack patience yourself.