Amelia has a 2-year-old son who seems to have a slow-to-warm-up temperament. Amelia is very patient and nurturing with her son and is sure not to rush him or make him uncomfortable. This match between Amelia's parenting style and her son's temperament is known as:

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Goodness-of-fit refers to the compatibility between a child's temperament and the nature and demands of the environment the child is being raised in, including parenting styles. Amelia's patient and nurturing approach with her slow-to-warm-up son exemplifies this compatibility, as she adjusts her behavior to meet her son's temperamental needs.

Amelia Has a 2-Year-Old Son Who Seems to Have a Slow-To-Warm-Up