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Originally posted by DeeGeePee
Ok, not to be stupid, but what is that exactly?
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http://www.attachmentparenting.org/
http://www.askdrsears.com/
Attachment Parenting is a philosophy based in the practice of nurturing parenting methods that create strong emotional bonds, also known as secure attachment, between the infant and parent(s). This style of parenting encourages responsiveness to the infant or child's emotional needs, and develops trust that their emotional needs will be met. As a result, this strong attachment helps the child develop secure, empathic, peaceful, and enduring relationships.
Things common to attachment parenting styles: wearing your child (AKA sling-using), extended breastfeeding, gentle guidance (no physical discipline), imagination based play, co-sleeping/family bed, balance in family life, instinctual child-rearing, including children in all aspects of your life.