PARENT-INFANT ATTACHMENT

We know that early care and the bond between parents and babies or infants has lifelong implications for how children learn, their emotional regulation, behaviour and future relationship. 

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Safe, secure and attuned parenting has a profound positive effect on infants brain development, their bond, attachment security and template for relationships.

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For many reasons, parents may struggle to bond with their baby, particularly following a difficult or traumatic birth.  Becoming a parent is often described as one of life’s most joyous experiences—but for many, it also brings great changes, including mental health difficulties and a loss of identity.

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Our Psychologists are trained in supporting parent-infant attachment difficulties and relationship challenges during parenthood. This can help to support parents who may be struggling with their sense of individual identity, managing the changes in relationships or bonding with their child. ​