Lesson Tag: attachment

Each of us grows up in a unique family and when we come together as a couple, we don’t usually talk about our parenting beliefs until children are actually on the scene. The more intentional parents are about sharing their stories and values with each other, the more likely it is that you can agree on parenting approaches.  

Mothers often parent in ways that are different from fathers and those differences can be helpful to children, but only if you recognize the strengths of each other’s approaches.. “Marshmallows” often join with “Generals” because in some ways they need each other. But over time your differences can become more dramatic and problematic.  

Baby blues" are more common than most people think and can be felt in different ways by different women. Postpartum baby blues may be particularly intense for those moms and dads who have a history of depression. Autumn Lopes Cloud, M.S.W. - social worker, doula, and perinatal mental health specialist - joined JoAnn Robinson, PhD at your CVS Health "Welcome Baby, Back to Work" Conversation on June 24th. At this session, Autumn and JoAnn shared ideas about Why the blues can take hold soon after your baby’s birth How to take care of yourself in the early months postpartum When to seek professional support The importance of creating routines to support your self-care.

Many parents worry that going back to work will be hard on their new baby or even harm their connection. This class will share the latest information from experts about how to make the most of your time with your baby to connect and help them feel close and safe.

Many parents worry that being separated from their baby during the day will harm their relationship. This flash class will share research about childcare attachment, and how you can optimize you and your baby’s daily interactions and routines to promote a secure attachment.

Each of us grows up in a unique family and when we come together as a couple, we don’t usually talk about our parenting beliefs until children are actually on the scene. The more intentional parents are about sharing their stories and values with each other, the more likely it is that you can agree on parenting approaches. 

Mothers often parent in ways that are different from fathers and those differences can be helpful to children, but only if you recognize the strengths of each other’s approaches.. “Marshmallows” often join with “Generals” because in some ways they need each other. But over time your differences can become more dramatic and problematic. 

This class will provide concrete tools to conduct productive conversations and respectfully reach some agreements to avoid conflict and decrease the polarization of parenting styles.

Many parents worry that going back to work will be hard on their new baby or even harm their connection. Explore the latest information from experts about how to make the most of your time with your baby to connect and help them feel close and safe.