The Lila Rose Show E78: The Truth about Daycare, Nannies, and Working Moms
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Dec 13, 2023 Psychoanalyst Erica Komisar discusses the importance of mothers 'Being There' for young children, exploring ideal balance between work and motherhood, research on outcomes for kids in daycare, advice for single moms, ideal schooling for children, and more.
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Early Childhood Vulnerability
- Children are neurologically vulnerable, more so than we assume, especially in the first three years.
- Separating babies from mothers early, like putting them in daycare, can cause high stress levels, impacting their neurological development.
Maximize Parental Presence
- Maximize your physical and emotional presence during your child's first three years for their mental health.
- A primary attachment figure, usually the mother, is crucial for their emotional regulation and security.
Quantity and Quality Time
- 'Quality time' is a myth; children need both quantity and quality of time with their primary caregiver, especially in the first year.
- Baby-wearing, common in other cultures, keeps the baby close, promoting attachment and reducing crying.