concernedfa...
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Q:
At what age is it appropriate for my son and I to have overnight visits? I am in a very successful co-parenting situation.
I have my son two days a week and have since he was about 6 weeks old. He is now 5 months old.
In Topics:
My child's growth and development, Child care, Fatherhood
> 60 days ago
What the Expert Says:
Additional Answers (1)
Hi, Here are some resources on Education.com that you may find helpful to your situation...
1.) Early Years (Birth-5) info center -- includes a variety of articles to help you understand developmental milestones and address potential issues at this age:
http://www.education.com/age/early-years/
2.) Attachment & Your Child info center -- "Infants have an instinctual need to identify adults in their life as safe, supportive figures. Being a socially responsive, available, and protective parent when your child is young can help to create a bond that lasts a lifetime.":
http://www.education.com/topic/child-attachment/
3.) Fatherhood info center -- "Time with dad makes a significant difference in the growth and development of all children.":
http://www.education.com/topic/fatherhood/
Good luck -- I hope all goes well with your overnight visit with your son.
1.) Early Years (Birth-5) info center -- includes a variety of articles to help you understand developmental milestones and address potential issues at this age:
http://www.education.com/age/early-years/
2.) Attachment & Your Child info center -- "Infants have an instinctual need to identify adults in their life as safe, supportive figures. Being a socially responsive, available, and protective parent when your child is young can help to create a bond that lasts a lifetime.":
http://www.education.com/topic/child-attachment/
3.) Fatherhood info center -- "Time with dad makes a significant difference in the growth and development of all children.":
http://www.education.com/topic/fatherhood/
Good luck -- I hope all goes well with your overnight visit with your son.
> 60 days ago
