Development of autonomy during toddlerhood

toddler’s increasing trust in her abilities.

The toddler’s curiosity coupled with her ability to do things makes the world an enchanting place for her. There is always something new to discover and something new to discover and something new to try out. When the toddler is allowed to explore freely, she develops self-confidence. Such explorations give her a sense of self-worth and of being in control. She develops autonomy. Autonomy