Welcome back to a Psychology Mama's episode!!– What is Secure Attachment? A securely attached child is free to explore the environment, confident that the caregiver will be available and responsive if needed.Secure attachment is not about being perfect; it’s about being present, attuned, and repairing when things go wrongAttachment is a basis for a child’s health. Nourishing close secure attachment with adults is a protective factor for our child’s health and well-being and a developmental basis for child development. A secure attachment allows our children to be their full expression of self and explore the world with confidence, because they have a safe enough base to return to. – The Core Ingredients Emotional attunement: reading and responding to your child’s cues.Consistency: being reliable without being perfect.Presence and quality Vs quantity Safe exploration: balancing independence and protection.Repair after rupture: modelling how to come back together after conflict.– Practical Tips what supports security?Simple rituals that build connection.Aimee + KatYou can find more of us here: Our Online Psychology practice: Did you know we have online appointments available with our amazing therapists Lisa or Maddie. Learn more here https://thepsychcollaborative.com.au The Thriving Therapists: To connect with a safe and supportive community of like-minded therapists, head to our Thriving Therapists Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/224252457083630/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFOr find us on our Instagram: https://instagram.com/thethrivingtherapists?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==The Psychology Sisters Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychologysisters/?hl=enThe Psych Collaborative instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thepsychcollaborative/?hl=enPlease note: this episode is for informational purposes only and does not replace personalised psychological advice.

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