Attachment ParentingAttachment parenting is an approach of parenting that forms a special bond between parent and child. Attachment responsive parenting is the oldest form of parenting, it was practiced before the so called experts existed. This method of bonding brings harmony to you and your baby’s relationship. It’s not a set in stone method so there is room for flexibility as some times it may not be possible to follow all aspects. The more you become in tune to each other and practice responsive parenting, the easier it will be to interpret cues from your baby. Babies are reliant upon us to fulfill all their needs. They need us to provide the basics like food, shelter, clothing and clean diapers but they also rely on us for warmth, security, empathy, affection and love. Babies desire to be close to us while getting familiar with the world around them. Attachment parenting provides the building blocks for confidence and self-esteem through nurturing. It saddens my heart to see newborns being toted around in car seats and strollers with no human contact only lifeless plastic buckets. Babies are also left alone to sleep in barred cribs where often times they are left to cry-it-out. When using an attachment parenting philosophy, you become more aware of your baby’s needs and your responses are more natural. Your infants cries are their attempt at communicating the only way they know how that something in their world isn’t right. Being attentive to those needs helps insure your baby will trust you. Anticipating needs ahead of time greatly reduces crying. Babies learn the responses of their parents and become motivated to give cues to get a predicted response. Bond with your baby through breastfeeding, babywearing, co-sleeping, being responsive, using positive discipline, avoiding long terms of separation and maintaining balance. Practicing these techniques will give you a happier baby who spends less time fussing and more time learning. Parents will in turn get enough rest and less headaches not dealing with a crying infant. Your child will have higher confidence, self-esteem and happiness. A mother nurturing her child will fulfill their needs and provide an ideal bonding relationship. It may require more time to be a responsive parent but it's the best investment you can make for their future. Attachment parenting contributes to advancement and development of your baby for a lifetime.
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