As we all know, babies wake up in different states and ways.
Some of them grin when they open their eyes, and even if their parents are not around, they are very stable.
And some babies frowned, crying for a while before slowly waking up.
These seemingly simple reactions may not only be the expression of emotions in the moment, but also the differences in the baby's personality tendencies and future growth.
Psychological research has found that:
A baby's waking state is often closely related to their temperament type, emotional regulation ability, and sense of security.
And these traits will gradually show obvious differences in the process of growth.
So the question is, what is the difference between the baby who "wakes up crying" and "wakes up laughing" when he grows up?
In general, babies who wake up crying are usually more sensitive to changes in their environment.
Small changes in light, temperature, or sleep depth, for example, can make them feel uncomfortable and express their needs with crying.
These babies are usually "highly sensitive", and they are more responsive to external stimuli and may have greater mood swings.
Babies who "wake up and laugh" usually have stronger emotional regulation skills and can adapt to environmental changes more quickly.
Child developmental psychology argues that:
These babies may be born with a more stable emotional baseline, are more likely to maintain a positive attitude when they grow up, and are more resilient in the face of setbacks.
Babies who "wake up and cry" tend to rely more on immediate reassurance from their parents.
They may be more inclined to respond in a timely manner from the outside, and if this interaction pattern is properly satisfied, the baby will develop a healthy attachment relationship.
However, if it is neglected for a long time, it may form an anxious attachment, and it is more likely to show over-dependence or avoidance tendencies in interpersonal relationships when you grow up.
In contrast, babies who "wake up and laugh" are usually curious about the world and are more inclined to explore on their own when they wake up.
These babies tend to be "secure attachments", where they feel more secure and grow up to be more independent and socially confident.
Babies who "wake up and cry" are generally cautious about the external environment.
Generally, they will only take action until it is confirmed that it is safe.
This trait can be "slow to heat" in an unfamiliar environment, but it also means that they are more nuanced and adept at risk assessment.
Psychological research has found that:
These children may excel when they grow up in areas that require careful decision-making.
And babies who "wake up and laugh" are usually more open-minded and more willing to try new things.
Their cognitive style tends to be "exploratory", and their brains respond more positively to new stimuli.
Such children may be more creative, show strengths in areas such as art, social or entrepreneurship, and be more likely to demonstrate their abilities.
In fact, whether it is "waking up to cry" or "waking up to laugh", there is no absolute good or bad, the key is how we parents understand and guide.
For highly sensitive dads, we need to give a steady response to help them build a sense of security.
For optimistic and exploratory babies, providing them with appropriate freedom will promote their independence.
As a parent, observing your child's waking state can not only understand their needs, but also help them become a better version of themselves in the future.
This is probably the best education for us.
It is also the best lifting for children.
Everybody says, right?
Finally, I would like to ask you, what type of child does your child belong to?