Finger sucking and non-talking 3.5 year old ( venting!!!)

[Inspired by Reggio]

I have to say that I do believe we have a certain responsibility to the child. ...

I agree ... IMO we cannot have it both ways saying we want to be seen as professionals and be taken seriously as business people and than turning the other cheek when the 'tough stuff' comes up like a child appearing to be 'behind' or what not and saying it is not my responsibility to advocate for the child cause I am not a professional ... we have to make a choice either we are the 'babysitter' with no clue and just following the lead of the parent as we are told or we are a 'professional' with a professional duty to help guide and educate our clients and advocate for those we serve ~ the children. Obviously staying within the scope of education and training we have chosen to ensure we have in order to enter this profession.

I am required by the code of ethics of my professional association to act as an advocate for the children in my care and so I do!