
When Would You Consult a Parenting and Developmental Specialist? |
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During pregnancy, if you are feeling unusually anxious or depressed
When you need support transitioning into the role of parent
When you are feeling anxious about parenting
When you want to understand how your experience of being parented has affected or will affect your style of parenting and your relationship with your child
When you want to learn how and why to set effective limits
If you have suffered grief or loss associated with becoming a parent
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When your baby or child is:
- unusually fussy
- having difficulty accepting limits
- demonstrating difficulty with sleep
- having difficulty with separation
- demonstrating difficulty with feeding, weaning, or picky eating
- overly aggressive or shy
When you are having difficulty with discipline
When you have adopted a baby or child and wish to understand how to optimize attachment, and how your baby or child's pre-adoption experiences may affect development
If you want a deeper understanding of your baby's or child's temperament and learning style to maximize developmental potential
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If you have concerns or questions about your child's development
If your child is having difficulty functioning:
- at school
- at home
- during daily routines
- during transitions
If your child has difficulty with or avoids participation in activities such as:
- playdates
- play with siblings
- parties
- play at the park
- organized and structured group classes
When your parenting questions and concerns exceed the time allotted during visits to your pediatrician
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Practice for Reflective ParentingSM |
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Donna Z. Germain, LCSW, SLP |
Todd Germain, LCSW, OTR |