7 Ways to Avoid Raising a Needy Child

Starting from when they’re a toddler, leave them alone in their room for a bit to play (watching or listening from another room), and as they get older let them play in the yard solo, walk to a friend's house, ride their bike to school, and, depending on your state’s age requirement, stay home alone for a short period of time. All of these activities encourage your child to be self-reliant.