Question

“My mother in law constantly criticizes me if I pick up my 6 week-old baby whenever he’s crying. She says I should let him fuss or he’ll be spoiled. I just hate to see him crying and know he’ll settle down if I hold him. Is she right? What should I do?”

Answer 1

Answer:

No, she is not right

Explanation:

No, she is not right. Studies have shown that spoiling a baby is a myth and any negative consequences surrounding that statement are false. On the contrary, babies need constant attention, and giving them that attention is encouraged and is part of raising a child. Holding a baby when they are crying is part of this and will help them to develop and grow emotionally, physically, and intellectually as they are supposed to.