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Babies: Parenting Responsibilities Of Namibia And The United States

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Sierra Geibe
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Babies around the world are raised in varying ways. They may not be kept as clean or washed in a bathtub, but they are all cared for greatly. In some countries the child may ride in a stroller to experience the world, while in another country they may be left to explore the world on their own. Parenting styles differ based on the atmosphere, daily challenges, and the resources that a parent has. In Japan I made many observations while watching the video. The babies are taken outside a lot. The parents may carry them in a seat that goes on their backs or let the child walk around and explore. Another observation I made was that they have beds that shake the baby if they are crying. In the video a baby woke up crying …show more content…

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