When Children Regress, Part Two

Earlier today, I shared some of the reasons why children might regress in terms of their behavior. While some regression can be typical during times of stress, trauma and transition, more obvious physical regression that does not appear to be isolated or rooted in an event can signify a developmental disability and should be evaluated by a doctor. As a parent, you can start by trying some strategies to see if you can get a child back on track and then if things do not improve, you may want to contact a physician or child development specialist. There are a … Continue reading

When Children Regress, Part One

You have finally got your child potty-trained or moved her from a crib to a big bed all to herself. Things may be going along swimmingly and then something happens, and it is as if she had never progressed out of diapers or to sleeping independence. Regression is fairly common and it can happen for a variety of reasons. This does not make it any less frustrating or challenging, but it can help if you understand what is happening. The arrival of a new baby, a move to a new house, a divorce, death, travel or any myriad life changes … Continue reading