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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attachment_parenting Attachment parenting] means to follow your instincts in parenthood which, in general, translates into being there for the baby when she needs it. That is, to pick her up when she cries, to breastfeed her [http://www.parentingscience.com/breastfeeding-on-demand.html on demand], to have her always nearby, to carry her around as much as possible, co-sleeping... As a result, the baby feels secure and nurtured enough ("secure attachment") to develop independence and self-confidence when ready. But above all, this is the most enjoyable way of raising your baby. | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attachment_parenting Attachment parenting] means to follow your instincts in parenthood which, in general, translates into being there for the baby when she needs it. That is, to pick her up when she cries, to breastfeed her [http://www.parentingscience.com/breastfeeding-on-demand.html on demand], to have her always nearby, to carry her around as much as possible, co-sleeping... As a result, the baby feels secure and nurtured enough ("secure attachment") to develop independence and self-confidence when ready. But above all, this is the most enjoyable way of raising your baby. | ||
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The leading proponents of attachment parenting are William and Martha Sears. Some interesting videos from them are: | The leading proponents of attachment parenting are William and Martha Sears. Some interesting videos from them are: | ||
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=== Co-sleeping === | === Co-sleeping === | ||
− | + | It is quite a sensible and practical thing to do, as many [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlEyT8W5dOw people put it], although there are also studies and interesting books to read on the subject. The most famous one is [http://www.amazon.com/Sleeping-Your-Baby-Parents-Cosleeping/dp/1930775342 Sleeping with your baby] by [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCZzzqFkyiU James J. McKenna]. | |
− | + | Quite naturally, we have been drifting towards co-sleeping with Julia, not only room but also bed sharing. | |
− | For her first month, julia would sleep in our baby stroller cradle, which in our case is removable. We started by placing it on the floor, next to my side of the bed, in order to see her from above during her sleep. Soon enough Fabrice suggested to | + | For her first month, julia would sleep in our baby stroller cradle, which in our case is removable. We started by placing it on the floor, next to my side of the bed, in order to see her from above during her sleep. Soon enough Fabrice suggested to plug her onto our (large, 160cm-) bed, between us, and that worked even better since I could help her to sleep quite easily without getting up. Just stroking her head or putting back her fallen-out pacifier. |
=== Baby led weaning === | === Baby led weaning === |
Julia (3 January (2015)) is our daughter, first and, so far, only child.
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Attachment parenting means to follow your instincts in parenthood which, in general, translates into being there for the baby when she needs it. That is, to pick her up when she cries, to breastfeed her on demand, to have her always nearby, to carry her around as much as possible, co-sleeping... As a result, the baby feels secure and nurtured enough ("secure attachment") to develop independence and self-confidence when ready. But above all, this is the most enjoyable way of raising your baby.
http://www.attachmentparenting.org
The leading proponents of attachment parenting are William and Martha Sears. Some interesting videos from them are:
In Spain, the best advocate of "crianza con apego" is Dr. Carlos Gonzalez. He has written a few beautiful and fun books on the subject: Bésame mucho: Cómo criar a tus hijos con amor, Un regalo para toda la vida: Guía de la lactancia materna, Creciendo Juntos etc. Some interesting videos from him are: El sueño en bebés.
He says things like:
It is quite a sensible and practical thing to do, as many people put it, although there are also studies and interesting books to read on the subject. The most famous one is Sleeping with your baby by James J. McKenna.
Quite naturally, we have been drifting towards co-sleeping with Julia, not only room but also bed sharing.
For her first month, julia would sleep in our baby stroller cradle, which in our case is removable. We started by placing it on the floor, next to my side of the bed, in order to see her from above during her sleep. Soon enough Fabrice suggested to plug her onto our (large, 160cm-) bed, between us, and that worked even better since I could help her to sleep quite easily without getting up. Just stroking her head or putting back her fallen-out pacifier.
De Carlos Gonzalez: La alimentacion libre de papillas (TED talk), Alimentacion infantil.
PET parenting,
"The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see". Alexandra K. Trenfor
Dinrid llorando un poquito a papá, pero muy guapa en el vestido que le regaló Juan Pablo.
First costume of Julia for Halloween 2014: