The quality of parent-child attachment in the early years makes a huge difference to that child's well-being, according to pediatric psychologist Meghan Wells. The challenge is getting past the point of blaming parents.
The quality of parent-child attachment in the early years makes a huge difference to that child's well-being, according to pediatric psychologist Meghan Wells. The challenge is getting past the point of blaming parents. |
Swedish neuroscientist Dr. Nils Bergman presents on how skin-to-skin contact between mother and newborn actually changes the brain development of the infant. |
Maternal depression is most common in mothers of middle schoolers, according to an American study published in the journal Developmental Psychology. |
We can't always protect our children from trauma, but we can provide the support they need to process and heal. Without support, our children can't heal and the effect of unprocessed emotional pain on their minds and bodies can be profound. |
We need to take care to protect our infants and children from fear, particularly the fear of feeling unloved. The human brain and body cannot grow well under a veil of fear. Here's the role fear plays into the development of emotional trauma. |
Wondering how not to raise your children with toxic shame? |
How important is it that we give our infants and children intentional presence? These videos on the Still Face Experiment clearly shows that infants need sensitive responsiveness, and relationship repair, from ALL caregivers. |
Feeling gratitude magnifies what is good, beneficial, and enjoyable. Here are 6 games to play with your child to practice noticing the good things in life.
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We all want to get better at the things we care about. Today's reflection from API Reads is taken from a TED Talk video. |
Parenting is not easily definable. Once we accept that there are no "perfect parents" and we all are in a process of learning and discovery, we will grow alongside our children's development. |