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'why love matters'
  • irishlassirishlass
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    Has anyone read the book; 'Why love matters - how affection shapes a baby's brain' by Sue Gerhardt?
    Its wonderful! I LOVE it! If you dont already have it, get it!
    "Be who you are and say what you feel. Because those who matter don't mind and those who mind don't matter." - Dr. Seuss
  • [Deleted User]
    Posts: 5,265
    I haven't, but i did read a study that said children who are given plenty of love and affection are more intelligent. I believe it.
  • irishlassirishlass
    Posts: 6,757Member
    oh for sure! this book talks all about that, im reading it atm. its a little unsettling and i realise how much im screwing up my child! But its good to be aware of how i can make my child awesome! Its helping me be aware of how im behaving and stuff!
    "Be who you are and say what you feel. Because those who matter don't mind and those who mind don't matter." - Dr. Seuss
  • chaosmomchaosmom
    Posts: 3,865Member
    Any type of book that tells me *how* to be a parent gets read with a grain of salt. I take what I like & leave the rest lol. I think each family dynamic is so different that no single book can be THE go to guide. @irishlass you are NOT screwing up your child! You love him as much as any mother could ever love a child and thats all that truly matters :-)
  • irishlassirishlass
    Posts: 6,757Member
    @momoffour, oh it doesnt tell you how to parent at all! its all about the science of love! Its so lovely! And thankyou so much for saying so! :)
    "Be who you are and say what you feel. Because those who matter don't mind and those who mind don't matter." - Dr. Seuss
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