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Every child learns and grows individually. At Moms on Call, we’ve created tools to help shape every child. Although the single-form pattern can be overwhelming, we have found that many children are made up of combinations. Take it Mothers on Call Toddler and Design questions to find out your child’s composition and find tips for managing sleep, eating, temper tantrums and potty training for everyone. In addition, our Online Video Courses will help you learn simple ways to communicate with your Child in a way that gives you the best!
Some examples of how your child’s creativity can be seen in everyday life:
- Which plan is the most difficult to fall asleep at bedtime? (engineer)
- Which one has the hardest time potty training? (Traditional)
Difficulty is not caused by parenting style but by design! Follow along as we explore each design, giving you a glimpse into the design along with a tip or two.
Minor is Design
Social
- We like to introduce social children with these simple expressions: Winks and Smiles
- They are doing all kinds of social activities, along with noise, and they often speak language at a young age.
- Natural born leaders, who are beautiful and capture your attention with the sparkle in their eyes!
- It’s all about interaction and what happens (usually from their loved ones).
- Getting kids to sleep with can be difficult! They will read along with as many books as you let them!
- Here’s a tip Social toddlers love! “You know what’s the best face to make at night? A sleepy face – show me sleep
face. That’s perfect!”
Engineer
- Engineers are often known, by these two terms: Instruction and Design
- These children like to solve puzzles, figure things out on their own and play independently (which may seem embarrassing).
- They are great problem solvers and amazing decision makers!
- They love exploring the world and finding the “right” way to do things!
- Put it on the schedule. These kids love routine!
- Engineers like things in order, and break things down into 3 or 4 steps. Let’s take a pan for example. “We’ll sit on the potty, wait to pee or puke, wipe and wipe. You got this!”
Walking
- Keeping toddlers quiet can be a whirlwind. It is important to remember that children need protection and self-control. We have to give them that space!
- Toddlers will look for anything to ride on! Place large household items and give them an open space to explore.
- Since they are always on the move, this means they sleep like rocks! (THERE!)
- We often have to remind children about safety. Try this: “You hold my hand when we cross the street, that’s how we do it, all the time!”
To touch
- These words often apply to Touch children: Snuggle and Gentle Hands.
- They love hugs, and it’s great to reward them with your warm hug, eskimo kiss or high five!
- These children are looking for full touch and looking for guidance, which they evaluate their loved ones the most.
- Sometimes this results in a bump or a (pleasant) beat.
- Try this:
- It’s okay to be disappointed. It’s not good to hit when you haven’t got your way.
- Not everyone likes to be spanked but we love you so much! (Kissing the forehead.)
Follower of Ruler
- Rulers are strict, follow the rules, and often make their own!
- They easily adapt to regular environments and are appreciated by parents and teachers for being very helpful.
- Law enforcers are known to be very good at making big brothers!
- They expect others to follow the same rules as themselves, including their siblings.
- Try this the next time your Follower wants to make rules for everyone: “You can’t make rules, I made the rules. I got this.”
Remember, each child is created as a beautiful combination of these structures that come with strengths and challenges. We made it for you! For more tips and savings on designs for your little one, watch our Online Video Tutorials and ask the Toddler by Design quiz!