Children in these families are learning that it is OK to hit the people you love and to solve family conflicts with violence. Most families solve their disagreements by talking them out, not by hitting. When partners don t agree, they can try to compromise, take turns doing what they want to do or seek outside help to come up with a solution. If you or someone you know is living in a violent home, think about the children, too. It is illegal for people to hit each other, even if they are married.
Help is available.
Look in the phone book Yellow Pages under Social Service Organizations or call the county Extension office for information. Let baby watch you as you hide a small toy under a cloth or cup, or in your pocket. Your baby will like listening to many kinds of music with you and trying to dance. Inexpensive music boxes can be fun, and baby can learn to start and stop the music all by himself. Success in school and in later life depends on good reading skills.