TRIGGERnometry The 4 Big Lies We Tell to Parents
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Jun 1, 2025 
In this discussion, Erica Komisar, a psychoanalyst and parent coach, shares her insights on modern parenting and the foundational role of early childhood attachment. She critiques the trend of separating mothers and babies and highlights the emotional toll on both. Komisar also tackles the controversial aspects of sleep training, arguing it harms children's emotional health. The conversation shines a light on the importance of father involvement in upbringing and addresses the societal misconceptions surrounding parental roles.
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Critical Role of Mothers Early
- Babies need their mothers present in the first three years to develop emotional regulation and brain health.
- Separating babies from mothers early raises stress levels and leads to anxiety and behavioral problems later.
Strategize Early Childhood Care
- Strategize parenting as a team and prioritize the child's primary attachment needs.
- Opt for kinship caregivers or share nanny costs instead of daycare when possible.
Postpartum Depression and Conflict
- Modern societal pressures create conflict for women between career ambitions and motherhood.
- This internal turmoil contributes to high rates of postpartum depression.
