While some 21 month olds are still quite clingy, and prefer to be around mummy or daddy, most are getting a lot more confident, and it will show in your child’s behaviour.
At this age, your child may be willing to sit with an adult that she knows, and she may also be less demanding of you. That’s mainly because her language skills are improving, and she’s more able to tell you what she wants or needs. She may also have started referring to herself by name, or even using the word ‘I’.
If your child seems to be lacking in confidence, or still demands your constant attention all the time, you can start getting her used to a little more independence, by setting a timer for a few minutes, and telling her that you will come back when it goes off. Gradually increase the time intervals, and as she gets used to you leaving, and coming back, she’ll be less likely to cry or become upset when you’re not in eyeshot all the time.
At this age, your child may be willing to sit with an adult that she knows, and she may also be less demanding of you. That’s mainly because her language skills are improving, and she’s more able to tell you what she wants or needs. She may also have started referring to herself by name, or even using the word ‘I’.
If your child seems to be lacking in confidence, or still demands your constant attention all the time, you can start getting her used to a little more independence, by setting a timer for a few minutes, and telling her that you will come back when it goes off. Gradually increase the time intervals, and as she gets used to you leaving, and coming back, she’ll be less likely to cry or become upset when you’re not in eyeshot all the time.