Building Confidence in Shy Toddlers: What It Really Is and How to Help
Quick answer: Shyness in toddlers is usually a temperament trait, not a flaw or a parenting mistake — research going back decades shows some children are simply born more cautious with new people and new situations. Trying to “cure” it by forcing a child to perform socially (hugging relatives, saying hello on command) usually backfires, …
