Childcare...

If neither parent can be a full-time caregiver, then a child needs someone who is not only consistent and loving, but has formed a bond with them and consciously provides care in a way that strengthens the attachment relationship.

• Explore a variety of economic and work arrangement options to permit your child to be cared for by one or both parents at all times
• It is extremely important to have continuity of care with a consistent, loving, caregiver
• Parents should expect and encourage their child to form an attachment to the caregiver
• Frequent turnover of caregivers can be very damaging to the attachment process
• Make the transition to a caregiver well in advance of any separation so that it is a gradual process and is comfortable for the child
• Minimizing the number of hours in non-parental care as much as possible provides the best opportunity for a child to build secure attachments with parents
• Holding and cuddling helps parents and babies reconnect after being apart. Include the child in day-to-day tasks, and spend non-work time with family

- See more at: http://www.attachmentparenting.org/parentingtopics/infants-toddlers/evaluatingchildcare#sthash.MQO72cHh.dpuf

http://www.attachmentparenting.org/parentingtopics/infants-toddlers/evaluatingchildcare

http://theattachedfamily.com/?p=1279

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http://www.whataboutthechildren.org.uk/storage/research-summaries-watch/Summary_WATCH_2007_Secondary_Attachment.pdf

http://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc4891/m2/1/high_res_d/dissertation.pdf

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