A child cannot be "spoiled" by too much love. Heart-felt affection and approval nurture the developing human being. However, she can be spoiled by receiving so many toys, treats, clothes and other material items that there is no pleasure left in receiving them. We actually enjoy things more when they are a bit scarce - a rare treat, something to look forward to and to savour when it finally arrives. Daily gifts, like overly frequent rewards, soon lose their value. Save the special treats for special occasions, keeping them "special" by not making them daily affairs. When parents over-give, what ends up being "spoiled" is the child's pleasure in life.
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