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Parenting often brings worries about making mistakes, including whether you’re helping your child develop confidence. Even well-meaning habits, such as failing to understand a child’s needs, can unintentionally undermine their self-confidence. “Parents are usually coming from a good place, but children are not extensions of their parents,” said Kiersten Sippio, Psy.D., a psychologist at Pediatrix® Neonatology of Texas. “What worked for one child may not work for another,” she said. “One of the things children need most is to feel seen, understood and accepted for who they are.” Sippio suggested “mirroring” with children, which can look like matching their energy, showing interest in their interests and reflecting their emotions and experiences. “When children feel understood, they feel valued, and that supports confidence,” she explained.
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