The Importance of Attachment in Parenting

Attachment plays a crucial role in how parents approach sleep with their children. The conversation highlights how experiences from childhood, particularly those related to attachment styles, influence current parenting methods. For instance, a parent may have reservations about letting their child cry it out, stemming from their own challenging experiences with detachment in their upbringing. Understanding how early relationships with caregivers shape expectations regarding sleep can help parents make more informed choices.