Erickson's 2nd stage

  • Baby Jane

    Matilda is a new mother who recently gave birth to baby Jane. Baby Jane cries a lot during the first few weeks of birth. Baby Jane cries for many reasons being hunger, cold, hot need to cuddle, tired. Matilda loves baby Jane very much and tries to meet her demanding cries. In Erickson's first stage Trust Vs. Mistrust will baby Jane's mother earn her trust or not.
  • Baby Jane

    Baby Jane is a happy healthy one month old. Jane has gained about 1.5 pounds since birth and has grown about a half inch. Jane only seems to cry if she needs to be fed or is tired. If Jane is fed and well rested she starts cooing and smiling at her mother. In Erickson's first stage Trust vs. mistrust Jane's mother is earning Jane't trust by being reliable, caring and affectionate to baby Jane.
  • Baby Jane

    Baby Jane is now 6 months old and is teething. Baby Jane is more cranky than she has ever been and Matilda soon realizes what is going on. Matilda buys some teething rings that can be put in the freezer. And some numbing ointment to put on baby Jane's gums. Baby Jane once again puts her trust in her mother to help her with teething. In Erickson's first stage Trust vs. Mistrust Jane has learned to trust her mother will always take care of her.