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Attachment Parenting

Books that promote attachment parenting, as in the writings of William Sears.

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  • marciamarcia

    Seeking great short AP book for friend

    I have a friend who is an attachment-inclined working 30-hrs a week mama who wants deeply to do the right things with her 3 year old daughter but gets pressure from many sides to step back rather than lean in. I'd like to recommend to her (as she leaves on a week-long vacation with her extended family and will have time to read) a good book that will help her see her instincts are right on -- and also offer her another voice while on this trip with some of the people fostering some of the doubt. When I look at my shelf (much of which still needs to be uploaded here) I see books that I'm certain she wouldn't read because they're either too long, too theory-based, or lack that certain "you should hear this" read-aloud quality that might lend itself perfectly to a trip with family.

    All ideas welcome.

    - Marcia (very attached mama of a 3-year old and avid reader in the rare quiet moments)
    marciamarcia started this discussion 1 year ago. ( reply )

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  • Sarah

    Sarah 

    Buddha Mom by Jaqueline Kramer had a profound impact on me. Perhaps not specifically AP, but very oriented toward trusting one's instincts, unfolding to the experience of mothering. I loved this book. It's not a heavy read, either.
    posted 1 year ago. ( reply )
  • bamalisa

    bamalisa 

    Marcia,
    I recommend The Attachment Parenting Book by William and Martha Sears. It's a very easy read and even has a chapter titled "Working and Staying Attached."
    peace,
    Lisa.
    posted 12 months ago. ( reply )
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    • Rita

      Rita  

      I agree, the Searses AP book is a quick read that simply affirms a parents instincts as the best expert opinion!

      Rita
      posted 9 months ago. ( reply )
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