In the gymnasium where the children are able to play freely for gross motor play, there is a display for the parents. The display is made up of close up images of the babies physical features and the parents are asked to see if they know which photographs are of their child. Carol shared stories of parents closely observing the physical features of their children to pick the photos. Initial observations indicate the parents are very good at recognising the ears of their children...might have something to do with feeding time and when we are gazing down at the infant - it is an ear we see.
The teachers wanted to invite the parents to explore attachment further and engage with this in a practical way. Read below for the supporting information.
Linking to theory - practice based in evidence - I love it!!
Add some emotion and who knows what can happen - controversy indeed. Did you know about these studies?
Below is the internet article about the claims for the parents to read
Further information about why attachment and bonding matters - this provides additional explanation about the way the programme is designed to compliment the secure attachment rather then disrupt the connection with the parent.
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