Mrs. D

Today's African Mom Podcast

Mrs. D

  • Your Attachment Style and Parenting Mind-set

Your Attachment Style and Parenting Mind-set

Sunday 13th February 2022

Learn how attachment styles impact parenting and mental health in 'Today's African Mom Podcast'. Discover secure, avoidant, ambivalent, and disorganized patterns.
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Today's African Mom Podcast
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Mrs. D
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Parenting & Children
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Decoding Attachment Styles: Parenting Insights from Today's African Mom

Research has demonstrated that early attachment styles have consequences that show up for the rest of an individual's life.
Ever wondered how your childhood attachment style shapes your parenting approach? In this enlightening episode of 'Today's African Mom Podcast', Mrs. D, a counseling psychologist and fertility awareness educator, dives into the fascinating world of attachment styles and their impact on parenting. She breaks down the phases of attachment development from birth to three years, highlighting the significance of an infant's bond with their favorite person. Drawing on Mary Ainsworth's pioneering research, Mrs.
D explains the four attachment patterns—secure, avoidant, ambivalent, and disorganized—and their long-term effects on individuals. But it doesn't stop there. Mrs. D also explores how these early attachment styles influence mental health and parenting mind-sets. This episode offers practical tools and insights to help parents understand their own attachment styles and improve their parenting strategies. Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned parent, this episode provides valuable knowledge to help you navigate the complexities of raising children.
Plus, there's a special Valentine's Day message from Mrs. D and Managing Families that you won't want to miss. Tune in for an engaging and informative discussion that could transform your approach to parenting.