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Attached At The Heart: 8 Proven Parenting Principles For Raising Connected And Compassionate Children (2009)

by Barbara Nicholson(Favorite Author)

4.22 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

0595463525 (ISBN13: 9780595463527)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

iUniverse.com

review 1: Since I'm already an "attached" parent myself, and pretty well-informed on the subject, I sat down with this book the first time expecting to scan it and nod my head. Instead, I was quickly engrossed by the accessible writing style, friendly tone and heavy supportive documentation -- I couldn't put it down and read it through in a night. Besides having certain concepts reinforced, I learned more about why it's so important to choose a compassionate parenting approach to produce healthy, well-adjusted children, and why it's crucial for parents to keep their own 'tanks' full in order to do this. The authors address a myriad of concerns and help readers translate the philosophy into their daily practical parenting decisions. The information is balanced and presented in such a... more way that families can choose what works for them based not just on cultural programming, but on scientific research -- and, of course, their own heart's leading. It's also reassuring to know that the authors have raised their own several children according to these principles and have seen the positive long-term results. In a society that's not always supportive of taking a 'natural' approach, this book is like a friend and guide for the journey. I highly recommend it and will be taking copies to every future baby shower.
review 2: For the most part the content was good. Would be a great introduction to attachment parenting for a new or soon-to-be parent, although I'm not sure how much most soon-to-be parents who aren't familiar with attachment parenting would be open to reading it or if they would even find it. For those already settled on attachment parenting, it might feel a little redundant, but I feel like it was worth the read, especially the chapter on balance, just as a reminder. less

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