Attachment Parenting

Attachment Parenting is based on a simple idea: children thrive when they can count on their parents for comfort, protection, and connection.

When babies and young children experience responsive, nurturing care, they develop a sense of security that supports healthy brain development, emotional regulation, confidence, and strong relationships throughout life.

Decades of research have confirmed the importance of secure attachment. But Attachment Parenting is not a set of rigid rules. Every child is different, and every family finds its own way to meet a child's needs while honoring the needs of the whole family.

The resources below will help you understand the research behind attachment, explore the principles of Attachment Parenting, and strengthen your connection with your child.