My 11-Month Is Very Fussy, Is It Normal?
“My 11-month-old is very fussy and clingy, is this normal?”
Babies are born with their own temperament. Some are very easy, others are very fussy, and others are somewhere in between. Provided your baby is not in pain, hungry or has a wet nappy, it can be absolutely normal for an 11-month-old to be very fussy. However, if you are worried, talk to your doctor to discard any underlying health conditions.
In terms of him being clingy, this is also normal. It is not bad for children to be clingy (although I very well know that it is utterly exhausting). It is fact, a good sign that your child is clingy because that means that he has established a strong bond with you, which is fantastic for his development.
When will this stage finish? When he is ready to let go. There is nothing wrong with him being clingy. Some children need time alone while others want to be close to their mum or dad all the time. The key to remember is that all children go through development at a different pace. I can assure you that at some point he will let go of you and because you two have established a strong bond, he will feel secure to go out and explore the world, knowing that you will be there for him when he needs you.
I know that having a fussy and clingy baby is exhausting and can be incredibly frustrating. Let me know if you want to have a 1-2-1 session to discuss strategies that may help you going through this stage.
You may find these articles helpful:
When Does the Baby Clingy State End?
Can You Discipline a 1-Year-Old?
I wish you and your baby all the very best.
Love,
Ana
Qué fantástico artículo y que buenos consejos. Ha sido de una gran ayuda. Un abrazo muy fuerte
Maravilloso artículo sobre la serie Adolescentes y consejos de gran ayuda en una etapa tan complicada de nuestros hijos , tan desprotegidos frente a las nuevas tecnologías.Es una ayuda tremenda para nosotros. Muchas gracias
I'd imagine this is quite deteremental for a childs development in the long run as nothing stays the same forever, and we shouldn't really be making these categorisations, especially towards our children.
Just live life, sometimes you'll have to be the parent that's the shoulder to cry on. The week after you may have to raise your voice a little when everyone is in a rush and you're trying to get your children's shoes on.
Just balance it all out, don't be too self critical and pick up on what your child wants and needs.
Again, great writeup!
Thank you so much for your comment. I totally get what you mean. It is always difficult to have kids living with you, wanting to support them and their parents but at the same time not wanting to step in anyone's toes. If there's anything we can do to support you and your family, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
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sO great to have you here! Totally agree that Zara is great! What other topics would you like us to discuss?
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