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"id": 1,
"myth_or_misstep": null,
"myth_text": "Comparing your child to other children",
"what_often_happens": "Temperament and comfort levels vary a lot. What matters is your child’s own progress over time.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 12,
"myth_or_misstep": "",
"myth_text": "Only using flashcards or drills.",
"what_often_happens": "Pictures can help, but real life objects and routines often lead to better carryover because your child sees the item, uses it, and hears the word together.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 11,
"myth_or_misstep": "",
"myth_text": "Rushing the moment.",
"what_often_happens": "Many toddlers need an extra beat to look, reach, point, or make a sound. Quick prompts can accidentally cut off their attempt.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 6,
"myth_or_misstep": null,
"myth_text": "Saying “Look at me” again and again",
"what_often_happens": "Many children look less when they feel pressured. A quiet pause and a warm face often works better than repeated prompting.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 8,
"myth_or_misstep": "",
"myth_text": "Repeating “say it” over and over.",
"what_often_happens": "It is a common instinct, but it can create pressure. Modeling the word calmly is usually more helpful than pushing for a repeat.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 9,
"myth_or_misstep": "",
"myth_text": "Correcting every attempt.",
"what_often_happens": "If your child says “ba” for ball, that is useful progress. You can respond with the clear word without making it feel like they got it wrong.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 7,
"myth_or_misstep": "",
"myth_text": "Asking for a performance all day long.",
"what_often_happens": "If every object turns into “What’s this?” many toddlers start to tune out, even if they understand.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 2,
"myth_or_misstep": null,
"myth_text": "Expecting long, steady eye contact",
"what_often_happens": "For young children, quick glances are meaningful. Think “check ins,” not staring.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 3,
"myth_or_misstep": null,
"myth_text": "Expecting long, steady eye contact",
"what_often_happens": "For young children, quick glances are meaningful. Think “check ins,” not staring.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 4,
"myth_or_misstep": null,
"myth_text": "Holding your child’s face or trying to “aim” their eyes",
"what_often_happens": "Even when it is meant gently, this can feel uncomfortable and can reduce trust in the moment.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 5,
"myth_or_misstep": null,
"myth_text": "Turning it into a test",
"what_often_happens": "Asking lots of questions or waiting for the “right” response can make play feel tense. Connection grows faster when play stays playful.",
"instead_text": ""
},
{
"id": 10,
"myth_or_misstep": "",
"myth_text": "Offering too many choices at once.",
"what_often_happens": "A big pile of toys or a long list of options can make it harder for your child to focus on the word you are using.",
"instead_text": ""
}
]