Why your child talks to toys, stuffed animals or imaginary friends: When it is normal and when parents should pay attention
Quick answer: Talking to stuffed animals, toys or imaginary friends is usually a normal part of childhood pretend play. It can help children practise communication, storytelling, emotions and social situations. Parents should pay closer attention if the child seems frightened by the imaginary friend, says it tells them to hurt themselves or others, cannot distinguish…
