natural, and coming to you for safety shows they love and trust you.
Signs Your Toddler Loves You
Kisses
Kisses and hugs. Unexpected love? Please! Be prepared for hugs, cuddling, and sloppy kisses from your 15-month-old.
Cues
You guide them. How would your child react to an elephant cooking an egg in the kitchen? They may look to you. Toddlers utilize your emotions to make sense of a complicated and unpredictable environment. They trust you. Around 9 months, your child will go to you for comfort.
Copycat
Toddlers excel at imitation, the truest form of flattery. They mimic you. Does your child use your keys to unlock the door? Do they mirror-fix their hair like you?
Engagement
They interact. The babyhood banter has evolved. Your toddler wants to answer your inquiries, see your response, and share their views in their own manner. Social-emotional reciprocity shows your toddler’s trust in you.
Home
You’re their home base. Your child may explore and cuddle in a new setting. They may even look to you for comfort. It shows trust and connection.
Protection
They want your help. A huge dog approaches your kid as you stroll through the park. They reach out for you to hold them. It’s normal, but it shows your child trusts and loves you.
Comfort
You reassure them. Your child may stretch out their hand for a kiss or plead for a hug after a tumble. They trust you to console them.
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Signs Your Preschooler Loves You
Role Model
You’re their idol. Your youngster still imitates you, but it’s more sophisticated. They’ll “make an important call” while pounding their “computer” or swearing while driving their ride-on automobile (oops).
Verbal Love
They profess their love. Finally! Many 3–4-year-olds can form brief phrases. They may even say they love you. “I love you, Mommy” or “Your skin is so soft” may be heard. They’re synonymous.
Act Up
Misbehave. When you go to talk to a friend at the playground, your preschooler grabs toys and throws sand. Toddlers prefer