How Do Toddlers Show Trust?

Toddlers, as unique individuals, show their trust in different ways to their caregivers. Some might smile at or reach out to them, just as they did as infants. Others might want to play a game of catch me if you can. In different cultures, the signs of a trusting relationship may vary. Generally, however, toddlers show their trust in many of the same ways.

  1. Running Back

    • Toddlers are learning to explore their surroundings. They venture out a little, and when they get scared of something they encounter, they run back to you, the caregiver they trust. This trust is built early in life when a baby̵7;s needs are met consistently and in a loving way. He learns that his needs will be taken care of and that he can trust you as he gets older. Toddlers count on that trust to sustain their efforts at becoming independent.

    Talking

    • Toddlers love to be with people they trust. This young child wants to show you everything that she finds interesting, from the 15th piece of construction equipment she has spotted on the side of the road in the last 10 minutes to telling you a story she has made up. When a toddler talks incessantly to you, he is enjoying every minute of being with you and demonstrating his trust.

    Cuddling

    • Toddlers still love to cuddle and hug. When a toddler puts his head on your shoulder or asks to be held, he is indicating that he trusts you enough to be physically close to and touch you. A toddler who does not trust someone will shy away from her. If your toddler hides behind your leg because she does not want to be close to someone else, she is saying that she trusts you but is not too sure about the other person yet.

    Sharing

    • Toddlers will share their time with you if they trust you. They love it when you sit down to play with them. They may make you breakfast from their play kitchen, read you a book or let you read to them. However your toddler likes to play, he shows you he trusts you by sharing his time and belongings with you. The more time you spend interacting with him at his level, the better he will learn to trust you.

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