Toddler anxiety refers to feelings of unease, worry, or fear experienced by young children, typically between the ages of one and three. Common triggers may include separation from caregivers, new environments, or unfamiliar people.

It's very common for young children to have separation anxiety. They may become clingy and cry when separated from their parents. This is a normal stage in a child's development and should stop at around age 2 to 3. It's also common for preschool-age children to develop specific fears or phobias. Common fears in early childhood include animals, insects, storms, heights, water, blood, and the dark. These fears usually go away gradually on their own.

SEVERE ANXIETY IS WHEN IT CAN HARM CHILDREN'S MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL
WELLBEING, AFFECTING THEIR SELF-ESTEEM AND CONFIDENCE.

SIGNS IN TODDLERS THAT POINT TOWARDS UNDERLYING ANXIETY ISSUES :

-Child becomes very clingy
-Has recurrent meltdowns
-Temper Tantrums
-Shows signs of Aggression like biting/ pushing
-Bedwetting
-Child has trouble sleeping, wakes up in the night crying or has bad dreams.
-Child becomes very sensitive to comments / criticism.

How can you help your toddler with anxiety?

- Talking about feelings
- ⁠A loving, supportive relationship with you can help your child build their inner strength.
- Giving your child encouragement and support to overcome challenges.
- Having patience
- Preparing your child for new situations. You may want to prepare your child ahead of time before entering situations or meeting people you know make them anxious.