Freudian parental advice new
mothers would be to breastfeed their babies in order to help satisfy the oral
stage. Breast feeding assists in moving past this stage. Weaning a baby too
quickly off the mother's breast could produce pessimistic traits and an oral fixation;
on the other hand, prolonging the breast feeding of infants might foster
overindulgence or feelings of helplessness. Freud would insist on breastfeeding
but not for a prolonged period of time (i.e. until three years of age).
Erikson's parental advice from
stage two, autonomy versus shame and doubt, would be to gradually guide your
child while building self-regard and independence while he/she is gaining new
skills and distinguishing right from wrong. Parents should provide daily opportunities
for decision-making and freedom to explore the home (for example, childproof
gate and locks). Erikson would advise that having a firm, not too easy going, non-harsh
parenting style would be best in order to avoid future impulsive behaviors or
experiences of doubt/shame to the extreme.
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