Ep 17: 3 Ways to Connect With Your Baby for Better Sleep and Easier Parenting

Written By Heather Boyd
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Heather Boyd, Occupational Therapist, mom of 3, and certified Infant and Family Sleep Specialist, talks about the value of connection and self-regulation in helping make transitions (including bedtime) easier. 

Parenting is hard.  Let’s find ways to use connection to ease the load.

Have a listen to hear about:

  • How Gordon Neufeld’s approach to attachment supports cooperation

  • Keeping your dignity intact through parenting challenges

  • “Leading the Dance” through attachment

  • 3 ways to use connection: Physical connection, Silliness, and Stories

  • 2 ways to ramp up connection through Awareness and Habits

  • Dr. Laura Markham’s approach to deliberate connection

  • Ways to connect with your baby by turning inward and connecting with yourself

And if you’re curious about how Gordon Neufeld’s Roots of Attachment can support your baby’s sleep, follow the link in the bio.

Heather Boyd https://www.heatherboyd.ca
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