Who says your baby cant talk about his or her feelings? In fact, babies actions often speak louder than words! Understanding those actionsand responding appropriately to themis the key to giving your child a head start to a healthy and happy future. Now the authors of the bestselling Baby Minds and Baby Signs translate the latest research on the rich inner life of babies into practical, fun activities that will foster your childs emotional skills during the most critical periodbetween birth and age three. This comprehensive guide will help you help your child express emotions effectively, develop empathy, form healthy friendships, and cope with specific challenges. Learn how to:Talk with your child about emotions in order to help him recognize and control his ownUse face-to-face interaction, tone of voice, song, and touch to make your infant feel safe and secureStart a gratitude journal to help your child appreciate the good things in lifeNurture self-esteem with try, try again activities and simple choresCreate a What are they feeling deck of cards to help your child understand and practice emotions Use games and songs to help your child practice self-controlOvercome temper tantrums, aggression, shyness, separation anxiety, and other challengesWhether your child is as easy to raise as a sunflower, as difficult as the prickly holly bush, requires the patience of the delicate orchid, or is as active as the exuberant dandelion, Baby Hearts helps you provide the emotional support that may be the most important gift a parent can give.From the Trade Paperback edition.