A moment in time is fleeting.
A single moment can tell a story, evoke an emotion, or capture the essence of an interaction. Every moment we have with our children is precious. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves to make those moments perfect. As parents, we run ragged trying to plan the perfect birthday party, the perfect vacation, the perfect preschool. Our children don’t need perfect. They need moments. Moments with us that are unscripted, flawed, and present.
Here are 4 key reasons to spend more of those important moments with your child:
- Emotional development: When children form secure attachments with their parents, they feel safe, loved, and supported. This helps them develop a sense of trust in themselves and others, which is important for their emotional well-being. Social development: Children who have strong attachments with their parents are more likely to form positive relationships with others. This is because they have learned how to communicate their needs, trust others, and regulate their emotions.
- Cognitive development: Children who have secure attachments with their parents are better able to explore the world around them. They feel more confident in their abilities, and are more likely to try new things and take risks.
- Physical development: Secure parent-child attachments have been shown to have a positive impact on physical health, including better immune function and lower levels of stress hormones.
Think of times when things didn’t work out the way you’d planned but you had a blast anyway.
Those are the “moments”, the moments that bond us together. Parent-child attachment is
essential for healthy child development. It provides the foundation for a child’s emotional, social, cognitive, and physical well-being, and sets the stage for positive relationships throughout their lives.
