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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My youngest is scared of non-family members. I have older kids who are outgoing so have never dealt with this and am worried about him. He's on track for all milestones and the pediatrician said it's just stranger danger and not to compare children because they all have different traits—but he is extremely shy, to the point that people comment on it, and if there is anything I can do to help I want to do it. We take him to the playground and to events with people frequently. He'll play but just avoid the other people there and gets upset if a stranger tries to interact with him. Advice?[/quote]

Your ped is right. I have two who are complete opposites in this regard despite the same upbringing and same genetics. It's just hard-wired and not something you can control or predict. The older they get, the more they gravitate toward the median. Shy people learn to get over their social anxiety, and super-extroverts learn to tone it down and chill out. At this tender age, gentle encouragement but don't force it. Consistency is key. You never know, your child may surprise you and one day just strike up a convo with an unknown child.[/quote]

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