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      Attachment parenting, to put it most simply, is believing what we know in our heart to be true. And if we do that, we find that we trust the child. We trust him in these ways: We trust that he is doing the very best he can at every given moment, given all of his experiences up to that time. We trust that though he may be small in size, he is as fully human as we are, and as deserving as we are to have his needs taken seriously. We trust that he has been born innocent, loving, and trusting. We do not need to "turn him around", to teach him that life is difficult, or train him to be a loving human being - he is that at birth and all we need to do is celebrate that, and support and sustain it. We don't have to give him lessons about life - life brings its own lessons and its own frustrations. We recognize that in a very beautiful way, our child teaches us - if we listen - what love is. We understand that if a child "misbehaves", instead of reacting to the behavior, we should always examine what has been taking place in his life: what stresses, frustrations or frightening, confusing, or difficult situations he has just experienced. We also need to examine whether we have brought about any of these experiences, intentionally or not. It is our job to be responsive parents, meeting the needs of our child; it is not the child's job to meet our needs for a quiet and perfectly well-behaved child. We understand that It is unfair and unrealistic to expect a child to behave perfectly at all times; after all, no adult can do this either. Yet behind all punishment is the unstated expectation that a child can and should behave perfectly at all times; there is no leeway. We see that so-called "bad behavior" is in reality nothing more than the child's attempt to communicate an important need in the best way he can, given the present circumstances and all of his prior experience. "Misbehavior" is a signal to us that important needs are not being met. - by us or by others in the child's life. We should not ignore that behavior any more than we should ignore the sound of a smoke detector. We should instead see "bad behavior" as an opportunity - an opportunity to reevaluate our own behavior, to learn about our child's needs, and to meet those needs in the best way possible. [This definition of attachment parenting is by Jan Hunt, M.Sc., of http://www.naturalchild.org]

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      Natural Child Project

      An award-winning monthly web magazine for parents who want to raise children with the ability to love and trust. Maintained by the Natural Child Project Society, a nonprofit organization.
      http://www.naturalchild.com/

      Intuitive Parenting

      Information, resources and articles about natural childbirth, co-sleeping, family bedding, breastfeeding, nursing, attachment parenting, and generally nurturing infants, babies, toddlers, and children.
      http://www.intuitiveparenting.org/

      Attached Mama!

      Dedicated to fostering respect for children through attachment parenting, breastfeeding and homeschooling. Message boards and informative links.
      http://www.geocities.com/gagenmaddiesma/

      BeadMama's Attachment Parenting

      A wide array of articles and links on all aspects of attachment parenting.
      http://www.geocities.com/beadmama99

      Kidz are People, Too

      A resource for gentle parenting from conception through the toddler years; find information on a large variety of topics including homebirth, infant care, nursing toddlers, Christian parenting issues, and discipline.
      http://www.geocities.com/kidzarepeopletoo/

      Gentle Parents

      A parenting community and newsletter which celebrates raising children with kindness and respect, with an emphasis on natural family issues.
      http://www.GentleParents.com/

      Attachment Parenting International

      Non-profit organization that helps found local support groups, and publishes educational and research materials for parents and professionals. Includes FAQ, articles, and press kit.
      http://www.attachmentparenting.org/

      The Primal Parenting Page

      Covers all aspects of parenting from pre-conceptual planning, pregnancy and birth, breastfeeding and attachment parenting, to gentle discipline and raising children in a loving, feeling way.
      http://home.mweb.co.za/to/torngren/parenting.html

      Empathic Parenting

      The home page for Canadian Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Rich with articles and resources on the importance of attachment parenting and positive discipline.
      http://www.empathicparenting.org/

      Nurturing Our Families

      Resource for attachment parenting "spirited" children. Includes a question forum, a connecting parents service, and has an e-newsletter.
      http://www.nurturingourfamilies.com/

      Dr. William Sears

      Dr. Sears, pediatrician -- the person to coin the term "attachment parenting" -- and Martha Sears, R.N. answer questions about child development, health issues, pregnancy, attachment parenting, child birth, and nutrition.
      http://www.askdrsears.com/
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      Storknet Attachment Parenting Cubby

      Articles, tips, message boards, and links on attachment parenting and cosleeping.
      http://www.storknet.com/cubbies/attachmentparenting/index.html

      Guerilla Grrls

      Parenting tips and personal stories with a focus on attachment parenting, breastfeeding, and cosleeping.
      http://www.guerrillagrrls.com/home.htm

      Trevi's Mud Hut

      The personal site of a single attached Mom. See my attachment parenting and breastfeeding links. Read my homebirth story and poetry. Check out the domestic violence resources and pass them on.
      http://members.tripod.com/~trevijean

      Naturally Attached!

      Personal site that focuses on natural, respective parenting. Homebirth, breastfeeding, and attachment parenting.
      http://naturalmammaa.tripod.com/index.htm

      Kelly's Attachment Parenting

      Breastfeeding and attachment parenting information from a real mother, with real experience. Articles on breastfeeding concerns, nutrition for mothers and infants, extended nursing, sleep issues and the safety of medications while lactating.
      http://www.kellymom.com/

      Alternative Baby

      A forum for Australian parents to chat and exchange ideas about attachment and alternative parenting.
      http://www.alternativebaby.net

      IncitefulMamas

      Forum for feminist, attachment parenting-style mothers. A diverse on-line community of women who can "think for themselves".
      http://incitefulmamas.com

      Parentingweb - Attachment Parenting

      Attachment Parenting information, parenting, bonding, connecting with your children, positive and gentle discipline, family bed (co-sleeping), baby wearing, and other topics for nurturing parents
      http://www.parentingweb.com/ap/ap_index.htm

      Natural Beginnings

      An informational site for the natural, breastfeeding, co-sleeping, non-vax'ing, instinctual mom. Offers information, support, and community.
      http://www.heart-at-home.com

      Ms. Frizzle's Attachment Parenting

      Describes techniques for "gentle parenting."
      http://www.geocities.com/apwebapage/

      A Mother's Passion - Instinctive Parenting Community

      Discussion forums supporting natural, instinctive parenting. We believe that adequate support is essential for breastfeeding mothers, stay-at-home parents, co-sleeping families and those who just generally go against mainstream parenting practices.
      http://motherspassion.com

      TCC Maven

      Articles and resources for practical continuum living including an overview of the Continuum Concept, guidelines for The Continuum Concept Email List, recommended books, and Yequana resources.
      http://www.tccmaven.com

      Natural Mothering Utah

      Online community for women who parent in a natural style. Also provides information about natural parenting practices.
      http://www.naturalmotheringutah.org

      MommyThink Attachment Parenting & Natural Mothering

      Articles, information, referrals, links and products related to: natural childbirth, breastfeeding, cloth diapering, baby-wearing, co-sleeping, circumcision, vaccination, positive discipline, homeschooling, and alternative medicine.
      http://www.mommythink.com/

      Continuum Concept

      Jean Liedloff's "The Continuum Concept" articulates the natural principles upon which Attachment Parenting was founded. Site includes articles, a support forum and resources to find like-minded parents locally.
      http://www.continuum-concept.org

      Holistic Moms Network

      A non-profit organization dedicated to creating communities of holistic moms through local chapters, focusing on attachment parenting, alternative health and holistic living.
      http://www.holisticmoms.org

      Attachment Parenting

      Weblog about attachment parenting written by an attachment parenting couple with three kids. Lots of links to articles and resources.
      http://www.APparenting.com/

      Labour of Love

      A web magazine, dedicated to conscious parenting. We have a passion for parenting and for parents having information to support them in making informed choices.
      http://www.labouroflove.org

      Jane's Pages - Attachment Parenting

      Mother of six discusses psychopharmaceutical industry attacks on attachment parenting and the family bed.
      http://members.tripod.com/janeand6-ivil/id6.html

      Attachment Parenting Answers

      A detailed description of what Attachment Parenting means, including many informational links and resources, including much on Ezzo/Babywise. Article on attachment parenting and bottlefeeding.
      http://attachment_parenting.tripod.com/whatis.html

      Hathor the Cowgoddess and the Evolution Revolution

      cartoons about breastfeeding, homebirth, unschooling, sling, politics, peace, and parenting.
      http://thecowgoddess.com/

      Natural Moms

      A site for Moms who do things the natural way. Natural beauty and nutrition tips, frugal parenting and homeschooling information, and advice, resources and products that support your mothering style.
      http://www.natural-moms.com/sitemap.html

      Healthy Parenting: Raising Happy Healthy Babies...Naturally!

      A site about attachment parenting, alternative parenting,positive discipline, natural living, organic whole food eating and holistic health.
      http://www.healthyparenting.net

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