Toddlers Made Easy with Dr Cathryn 3 Ways to Raise a Toddler Who Doesn’t Give Up
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Jul 16, 2025 Explore three heartwarming strategies to nurture persistence in toddlers. Discover why facing frustration isn't a setback, but a stepping stone to growth. Learn how letting little ones help, even when it leads to messiness, fosters real confidence. Plus, find out how to offer praise that promotes perseverance rather than fear of failure. These insights aim to equip kids with the mindset to tackle challenges and say, 'I can do hard things!'
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Grit Means Perseverance
- Grit is sticking with tasks even when they are hard, exemplified by a child repeatedly trying to zip a coat.
- It is built during persistence and problem-solving efforts before success is achieved.
Let Kids Feel Frustration
- Let your child feel frustration instead of immediately intervening when they struggle.
- Pause and narrate their effort to build grit, avoiding the message that they can't do it alone.
Mary's Zipper Success Story
- A mother resisted helping her child zip the jacket, watching her child struggle for five minutes.
- When the child zipped it, she calmly moved on, showing no exaggerated excitement.
