Baby Horoscopes

Libra Child

"My, what a beautiful baby!"

Compiled and adapted from Linda Goodman's Sun Signs

You may hear this phrase quite often as the proud parent of a Libra baby. Plump with sweet expressions, it's hard not to notice the beauty of these babies. Venus smiles on October-born children and it shows with even features, a grin that lights up the world and usually a dimple or two.

Libra babies are extremely charming, well-mannered and even-tempered but let's face it -

They don't like to make decisions.

Just don't give them too many choices at once and you'll be fine. I don't mean to discourage you but Libra children are often mistaken for stubborn and that's not a fair or apt description. You see, their ultimate sense of fairness makes it impossible for them to make up their mind without weighing all possibilities, and well, sometimes that takes time.

So, if 25 minutes into breakfast, your little one is still staring at his favorite meal of yogurt, fruit and granola, know that it is because he just can't decide which to eat first. Next time, give it to him all in one bowl and he'll be done in a flash. I can't stress enough that these children should not be rushed into making decisions. If you tinker with their natural order for your own convenience, they can develop a serious neurosis about choices. They will eventually master their own indecision so long as their delicate balance is not disrupted by someone insisting that they do things faster.

If you can remember that their minds seek the truth in all situations and that they dread making mistakes or misjudgments, you may be able to understand their habits and quirks better. This apparent indecision is building the Libra character and knack for future piercing intuition and peacemaking leadership abilities.

Venus rules Libra and as such, demands beauty. The Libra tot is no exception. The need soft music and mellow homes. Yelling and hollering hurts the Libra ears and constant negativity can cause physical sickness. They react to discordant sights and sounds (babies may jump at sudden noises) and they operate best under harmonious influences.

Libra children are intelligent and love to debate. So expect arguments about anything and everything. It helps to remember that they're not really displays of obstinacy as much as they are mental exercises for their quick minds. The Libra child is sometimes seen as a rebel because of their willingness to always argue for the "other" side. But Libra will happily follow rules, as long as she's decided those rules are not crazy, of course.

Libra likes to please but if treated harshly or forced to do things a certain way, they can become defensive and spiteful. Witnessing any kind of violence will destroy something deep inside forever. Libra doesn't like hearing gossip or hasty judgments of character, so if you don't like her friends, you'd better have valid reasons to back it up.

Your Libra daughter may be perpetually late for school or dance class but will show a caution that is great for keeping her out of trouble and avoiding accidents. Libra teens may exhibit periods of laziness but it is not really laziness at all. Libra works hard and then rests hard.

Naps are common as are weeks of burning the midnight oil, followed by weeks of rising at noon. This pattern is how Libra functions best, so don't chastise them for waiting until the last-minute to do their term papers.

Libra children flourish in schools that are not sit-in-your-desk-lecture type schools. They love books and games of strategy. They are artistic and musical and need lots of freedom to express creatively. Encourage them to write and gift with journals and books about their favorite subjects. They'll seem to know more than you do about many subjects and they will sharpen the wits of parents and teachers with their cold-hard logic. Don't expect blind loyalty because if they think you are wrong, they will side with your worst enemy. And if they think you're being unjust, they will challenge you until you assess more fairly.

Be careful not to over-indulge your Libra child. They don't need discipline as much as they need less coddling. Make meals pleasant and balanced and watch out for a sweet tooth. It's best to teach a Libra child early on, the importance of exercise and a good diet.

Expect lots of puppy love and dramatic best friendships. Girls will love fine clothes and jewels and both sexes love to be surrounded by creature comforts. Don't make them feel too bad for spending too much time in the bathroom or lounging in the backyard, it's just part of their natural cycle.

Babies/Toddlers

• attractive
• charming
• even-tempered
• smart
• thoughtful
• argumentative
• need naps
• gentle
• endearing

Adolescents

• natural debaters
• bright
• logical
• musical & artistic
• witty
• private
• romantic
• know-it-all attitude

Parenting tips to best handle your Libra tot or teen.

• give lots of peace & quiet and rest in large doses
• play music often
• suggest solutions gently
• don't spoil
• respect their privacy

Your Libra child must be emotionally balanced or they can become snappy. If they seem unresponsive, make sure the music isn't too loud or the colors in her bedroom clashing. These things will make her anxious. They are experts at softening hard hearts and raised with balance are a delight to know.