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Article: Rocking and Rolling. Caring for the Mental Health of Infants and Toddlers

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Infant and early childhood mental health is "the developing capacity of the child from birth to 5 years old to form close and secure adult and peer relationships.

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I think this period 0 to 5 is the most important for the children's development, reactions, and relationships with others.

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1. Early childhood educators need to watch for noticeable, persistent changes from what is typical for a certain child and what they might expect based on commonalities in development. If a baby or toddler is newer to your classroom or program, look for behavior that is unexpected for children the same age and talk with the family about whether they see the behavior at home.
2. If a child doesn't respond or their behavior becomes more concerning, talk to the family about consulting an infant and early childhood mental health specialist.
3. When a baby or toddler has experienced trauma, significant loss, or other stressors that impact their well-being, teachers and caregivers who provide comfort, warm connection, and consistent responsiveness will help buffer the child from long-term, harmful mental health effects.
4. Early childhood educators need to watch for noticeable, persistent changes from what is typical for a certain child and what they might expect based on commonalities in development. If a baby or toddler is newer to your classroom or program, look for behavior that is unexpected for children the same age and talk with the family about whether they see the behavior at home.
5. Infant and early childhood mental health is "the developing capacity of the child from birth to 5 years old to form close and secure adult and peer relationships.
6. Identifying their strengths as well as their needs can help direct early childhood educators and other adults to address IECMH.
7. Babies' and toddlers' behaviors tell us a great deal about their emotional health.