What Type of Child Do You Have

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  As a Baby, My Child...

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  • A.
    rarely cried
  • B.
    cried only when she was hungry, tired, or overstimulated
  • C.
    often cried for no apparent reason
  • D.
    cried very loudly, and if I didn't attend to her, it quickly turned into a rage cry
  • E.
    cried angrily, usually when we veered from our usual routine or from what she exptected
• 2.
  Thinking Back to Her First Bath, I Remember that she...

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  • A.
    took to the water like a duck
  • B.
    was a little surprised at the sensation, but liked it almost immediately.
  • C.
    was very sensitive - she shook a little and seemed afraid
  • D.
    was wild - flailing about and splashing
  • E.
    hated it and cried
• 3.
  My Child's Body Language Has Typically Been...

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  • A.
    relaxed almost always.
  • B.
    relaxed most of the time.
  • C.
    tense and very reactive to external stimuli.
  • D.
    jerky - his arms and legs often flail all over the place.
  • E.
    rigid - his arms and legs are often fairly stiff.
• 4.
  During Sleep Times...

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  • A.
    she could sleep through a nuclear blast
  • B.
    she is restless before falling asleep, but responds well to a gentle pat or reassuring words
  • C.
    she is easily disturbed by noises in the house or outside the window
  • D.
    she has to be coaxed into bed - she's afraid of missing something
  • E.
    she has to have total quiet to go to sleep, or she begins to cry inconsolably
• 5.
  When I Leave the Room...

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  • A.
    he shows concern initially, but resumes playing
  • B.
    he may show concern, but usually doesn't mind unless he's tired or sick
  • C.
    he cries immediately and looks forlorn
  • D.
    he chases after me
  • E.
    he cries loudly and lifts up his hands
• 6.
  The Most Noticeable Thing...

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  • A.
    how incredibly well-behaved and adaptable he is
  • B.
    how much she has developed precisely on schedule, doing just what the books said she would at each stage
  • C.
    how sensitive she is to everything
  • D.
    how aggressive she is
  • E.
    how grouchy she can be
• 7.
  A Comment That Best Describes...

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  • A.
    you hardly know there's a little one in the house
  • B.
    he's easy to handle, easy to predict
  • C.
    he's a very delicate child
  • D.
    he's into everything - I can't take my eyes off him when he's out of the crib or playpen
  • E.
    he's very serious - he seems to hold back and ponder things a lot

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Angel Baby

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  A very lucky parent, indeed. Your baby was "good as gold". A dream child. one who easily adapts to her environment and to whatever changes you throw her way. She rarely cries, and when she does, it is never hard to read her cues. Loud noises and bright lights are never an issue. Sleeping is a non-issue, your babe is happy to go down and fall asleep quickly on her own. Waking up, she plays in her crib on her own, happily. Toddlerhood brings an easygoing and even-tempered child. It's not hard to distract her from a tantrum or calm her from a meltdown. Transitions are worried about more than necessary. Big girl bed is a fun and exciting new adventure, not a nightmare. Always social, your little angel fits in easily when confronted with new situations, play groups, or other social settings. Enter your email to find out more about your Angel baby, how to guide and respect her, and what you can do to help her succeed. *This work is adapted from Tracy Hogg + Melinda Blau, The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems.
• 2.
  Textbook Baby

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  Toy age guidelines are accurate for your babe. She follows the development curve perfectly, doing everything "by the book"; rolling over by 5 months, enduring a growth spurt at six weeks, sleeping through the night by 3 months, and sitting up at 7 months. You can expect her to walk at a year, too! Your Textbook baby is so easy to predict, you have no trouble reading her cues. For the most part, she has a mellow temperament, but also has cranky periods (just as the books describe). Lucky for you, it's relatively simple to calm her. She goes with the flow, as long as you introduce things in a laid back and gradual manner. All her firsts were pretty uneventful, something you can be grateful for. Sleep is just as predictable - it takes her 20 minutes to drift off, being reassured by a simple pat and "shush" if she's a bit restless. Routine is important to your Textbook baby, and she likes to know what's coming next. Playing independently has always been a trait you've been proud of. Something you'll be able to expand on as she grows. She'll become an independent and strong woman if you learn to respect her boundaries and listen to her cues. Enter your email to find out more about your Textbook baby, how to guide and respect her, and what you can do to help her succeed. *This work is adapted from Tracy Hogg + Melinda Blau, The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems
• 3.
  Touchy Baby

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  You may have thought of your baby as "high-strung" or "easily excitable". He flinches at noises, blinks and turns his head away in bright light; sensitive. He cries a lot and for no apparent reason. Sleep is challenging for your Touchy baby. You always have to swaddle him and make sure the room is just the right conditions - warm and dark. The slightest noises disturb him and it's difficult to get him back to sleep. Anything new to your baby has to be introduced extra slowly, and very gradually. He will tuck his head into you when approached by strangers, showing them he is shy. In a carefully selected group of kids, he may eventually come out of his shell, but it will take a lot of patience and guidance on your part. It's important to respect his boundaries and allow him to explore at his own pace. Without pushing, your babe can mature into a thoughtful, sensitive thinker, a child who weighs situations carefully and likes to ponder problems. He will prefer to play on his own, excelling in puzzles and games that require concentration. Touchy babies often make great students, enjoying solitary work over playing with other kids. Interruptions will upset your little one, disrupting his routine and knowledge of the world. Representing around 15% of babies, Touchy children have been labeled as "inhibited" and "highly reactive". Studies indicate that they have higher levels of stress hormones cortisol and nor-epinephrine, causing them to experience feelings (ie. fear), more intensely. Enter your email to find out more about your Touchy baby, how to guide and respect him, and what you can do to help him succeed. *This work is adapted from Tracy Hogg + Melinda Blau, The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems.
• 4.
  Spirited Baby

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  You might consider your youngin' the "wild one" in the group. The one who loves stimulation and is drawn to anything that bangs, pops, or flashes. He can be aggressive, physical, willful and very vocal. Biting and pushing is not uncommon. He knows what he wants, he wants it NOW, and he's not afraid to let you know! This often results in fits of rage when things aren't done fast enough for him. Temper tantrums are a daily occurrence. He knows exactly what buttons to push to test your patience. In social situations, he jumps right into the middle of the action. Being very determined, he does not like to share, and needs very clear boundaries to prevent steamrolling and trampling. Unfortunately, he's unlikely to be a good sleeper, needing to be coaxed into bed most nights. A proper routine is a must - he will have staying power and stamina to cry for much longer than you can handle. Eating isn't too big of an issue, however, you can't keep him at the table for too long, or he starts to climb out and get himself into dangerous situations. Properly handled and respected, Spirited babies are born leaders. Explorers and entrepreneurs who are fearless about plunging ahead where others have dared not go. The hard part is channeling that energy! Enter your email to find out more about your Spirited baby, how to guide and respect him, and what you can do to help him succeed. *This work is adapted from Tracy Hogg + Melinda Blau, The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems.
• 5.
  Grumpy Baby

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  How hard do you have to try to get your grump to smile? Not uncommon! You also find that it's hard to dress and diaper your little one - she is constantly fighting you; going stiff, becoming fidgety and irritable. Sleep is a challenge for a Grumpy baby. She hates being swaddled, but needs stimulation removed to get a good sleep. A consistent routine can help reduce tantrums, defiance, and sleepless nights. Veering from it, however slight, will cause displeasure. Feeding has been difficult, hasn't it? Getting your breast-fed babe to latch and stay on was a challenge, I bet. Even solids were slow to adapt for your Grumpy baby. She likely gets impatient if food isn't presented the moment she wants it (or if it's not the exact way she wants it!). She is social when she wants to be, but tends to hold back to assess new situations. Likely prefers to play on her own, resenting other kids being in her space, and can become frustrated easily. She likely finds it hard to express herself, which can result in pushing or biting. It's important not to force her to do anything, but rather, let her explore and decide for herself. Grumpy babies teach their parents patience - something we could all use more of. They're also good at maintaining their own boundaries. They tend to be independent and good at taking care of themselves, suggesting they are "old souls". Enter your email to find out more about your Grumpy baby, how to guide and respect her, and what you can do to help her succeed. *This work is adapted from Tracy Hogg + Melinda Blau, The Baby Whisperer Solves All Your Problems.