“How does your child perceive the mother?” Your child sees the mother as a provider, protector, and sometimes as someone who suppresses those around her.
“What does he or she need to feel confident and secure?” Your child (whether a boy or a girl) is a true caregiver. He or she will strive to take care of you, friends, small animals, or anyone else they believe needs it. They have a sharp intuition about the moods and feelings of others and may feel a personal responsibility for them. Try to reassure them that the emotions expressed by others are often unrelated to them. Talking about feelings will not be easy for this child: they may know exactly what they feel but often cannot articulate it clearly. The result may be sullenness, withdrawal into their “shell,” or poor behavior. To help them learn to express their feelings in a healthy way, maintain a calm openness and honesty—children of this type are especially inclined to mimic their parents’ behavior.
Your child will be prone to frequent mood swings, from extreme joy to deep despair. They are exceptionally sensitive and capable of great patience. If they receive a stable emotional foundation in childhood, they will manage their emotions well in adulthood. Home and family are particularly important to them. There is a strong emotional attachment to the mother. Home is a haven of security and comfort, so you should create a cozy space for your child where they can store their belongings and welcome friends. Playing “mommy and baby” and household chores will be their favorite activities, which should be encouraged.
(Various sources for child horoscopes)
With the Moon in Cancer, it is positioned in its own house. The Moon is the ruler of this sign. Here, its influence is constant, and its qualities manifest in full force. Children with the Moon in Cancer are sensitive, responsive, emotional, highly intuitive, and may even possess mediumistic abilities. The lunar cycle has a strong effect on them, making them prone to rapid mood swings. Relationships with the mother take center stage because they provide a sense of emotional security. Any uncertainty can lead to extremes, so patience is one of the paths to success. Such children need to be surrounded by care so they feel loved and desired. They need nurturing, yet they also strongly desire to care for others. Both needs must be met for the child to feel truly well. Children born with the Moon in Cancer love pets and enjoy playing with babies, as this provides a natural outlet for their caregiving instincts. Their compassion and empathy are exceptionally developed, to the point where you may need to teach them to take things more lightly and not worry so much about others’ misfortunes. Remember, for them, feelings always take precedence over logic. In their search for security, they may turn to the material world and be deeply disappointed. Try to explain to your child that true security lies in self-love and faith in their own strength, and only to a lesser extent in others. Love your little one, and they will repay you in full.
The emotions and feelings of these children are so intense that it is nearly impossible to reason with them when they are upset or distressed. It is best to wait—their moods change quickly. The Moon in Cancer can contribute to stress-related emotions, which naturally affects their health, particularly their stomach. When upset, they often refuse to eat, and if forced, they may become sick. It is best to wait or offer light food. Never force them to eat.
During the New Moon or, conversely, the Full Moon, there is a risk of emotional overload. It is best if children grow up aware of these cycles. This way, they will be prepared for emotional challenges, learn to manage them, or at least understand that this state is temporary.
Their sensitivity is so heightened and their intuition so developed that they may know things that will amaze you. They subconsciously tune into others and their surroundings. On one hand, this is wonderful, but on the other, it is harmful, as they absorb all the emotions of those around them like sponges. Try to teach your child to take things more lightly. Special training to block negative emotions and impressions can help. Encourage them to say aloud every morning: “I won’t have any worries today; I won’t let them get close to me.” And in the evening before bed, always ask how their day went and whether they felt anything unpleasant. Have them loudly command their worries: “Go away! Go away!” This simple game will likely appeal to them, and most importantly, it will serve as a form of psychological protection for the child.
(Samantha Davis. Child Astrology. The Key to Understanding a Child’s Psychology.)
An unfathomable depth of feeling,
And moods so fleeting, so uncertain;
And the world is harsh, meeting us without a smile,
And your reliability is what I need so much…
Your child with the Moon in Cancer (whether a boy or a girl) is a true caregiver. He or she will strive to take care of you, abandoned friends, small animals, or anyone else they believe needs it. They will have a sharp intuition about the moods and feelings of others and may feel a personal responsibility for them. Avoid provoking feelings of guilt in this child—they already have enough of their own. Instead, strive to teach them that everyone has their own feelings and is responsible for managing them. And most importantly, reassure them that the emotions expressed by others are often unrelated to them. Talking about feelings will not be easy for this child. They may know exactly what they feel but cannot articulate it clearly. The result may be sullenness, withdrawal into their “shell,” or perhaps poor behavior. You can help your child learn to express their feelings in a healthy way by maintaining a calm openness and honesty and not blaming them for expressing their emotions. Children of this type are especially inclined to mimic their parents’ behavior.
Like the changing phases of the Moon, your child will be prone to frequent mood swings, from extreme joy to deep despair. If such a child receives a stable emotional foundation in childhood, they will manage their emotions well in adulthood, remain calm during crises, and be a support to others. This child is exceptionally sensitive, highly empathetic, and capable of great patience.
Home and family are particularly important for Cancer. The emotional attachment to the mother is very strong and serves as the most important model for shaping their sense of vulnerability, care for others, and responsiveness to care. Home is a haven of security and comfort, so you should create a cozy space for your child where they can store their belongings and welcome friends. Your child will prefer friends to come to them rather than going out to play, and they will appreciate your willingness to accommodate this. Playing “mommy and baby” and household chores will be their favorite activities, which should be encouraged as they foster imagination and help express and articulate feelings.
(Maria Kay Simms. Your Magical Child.)
