Why is having an emotionally available caregiver so important for an infant or toddler?
· Children who have emotionally available caregivers develop trust and a healthy attachment with their caretakers. An emotionally available caregiver is able to read, listen to and respond appropriately to a baby’s emotional signals. · Emotional availability in the first three years makes the difference in how babies manage their lives and their relationships. · Babies who have emotionally available parents/caregivers learn more and are more psychologically stable. They show more resiliency and ability to be independent and to problem solve.
