The group for members, staff, and supporters of Attachment Parenting International (API). API's mission is to educate and support all parents in raising secure, joyful, and empathic children in order to strengthen families and create a more compassionate world. To do this, we use attachment theory as the basis for The Eight Principles of Attachment Parenting, which are:
* Prepare for Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenting
* Feed with Love and Respect
* Respond with Sensitivity
* Use Nurturing Touch
* Ensure Safe Sleep, Physically and Emotionally
* Provide Consistent and Loving Care
* Practice Positive Discipline
* Strive for Balance in Your Personal and Family Life (read less)

The group for members, staff, and supporters of Attachment Parenting International (API). API's mission is to educate and support all parents in raising secure, joyful, and empathic children in order to strengthen families and create a more compassionate world. To do this, we use attachment theory as the basis for The Eight Principles of Attachment Parenting, which are:
* Prepare for Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenting
* Feed with Love and Respect
* Respond with Sensitivity
* Use Nurturing Touch
*... (read more)