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How We've Evolved to Care (Sarah Blaffey Hrdy, PhD)

Pulling The Thread with Elise Loehnen

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The Role of Allomothering in Child Development

This chapter examines allomothering and its significance for child development, emphasizing the essential role of various caregivers beyond traditional parents. It highlights the evolutionary importance of collective caregiving practices and the neurological basis for nurturing behaviors, drawing insights from both human and animal studies.

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