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Attachment Parenting is a philosophy based in the practice of nurturing parenting methods that create strong emotional bonds, also known as secure attachment, between the infant/child and parent(s). This style of parenting encourages responsiveness to the infant or child's emotional needs, and develops trust that their emotional needs will be met. As a result, this strong attachment helps the child develop secure, empathic, peaceful and enduring relationships.

The following are some of the practices associated with attachment parenting:

• Breastfeeding
• Extended nursing and child-led weaning
• Baby wearing
• Continued physical contact for older kids (lots of hugs, etc.)
• co-sleeping
• Gentle parenting
• Listening and responding to child's cues
• Treating children with respect and dignity
• Emphasizing and respecting individuality

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