“I can do it”: small tasks with your help
Offer participation without expecting more than your child can manage.
Wanting to do something alone does not mean being ready for every part. Break a daily task into a small step and offer support. Allow extra time and accept that today they may not want to try. Independence grows through safe opportunities, not comparisons.
You can try
- Let your child choose between two suitable outfits.
- Invite them to put one object in a reachable box.
- Ask whether they want help before finishing for them.
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BabyBright, on your phone too
Keep observations, routines and memories in one place. Use BabyBright in your browser or download the app for everyday moments.
Notice progress without comparing
Use observations to understand your child and prepare useful questions.
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Two years of big discoveries
Words, gestures, play and movement come together as your child explores.
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