As opposed to time - outs where the child is isolated for a few minutes, time - ins involve the child sitting on your lap for a mini holding time or cuddling session. (attach-china.org)
I then just have my kids sit on my lap while they get there shots. (rookiemoms.com)
They can be extremely attentive, often cuddling, sitting on the laps of loved ones, and even answering to their names, not unlike cats and dogs. (caringpets.org)