Watch: When Good Enough is Actually Great: Attachment in the first 6 years
When Good Enough is Actually Great: Attachment in the first 6 years
The group chat summary
In this grounding and reassuring conversation, Stacy McCann helped parents take a deep breath around attachment and let go of the pressure to get it “right” all the time. She reminded us that secure attachment is built through everyday moments, not perfection.
💚 What attachment really is
• Attachment is a biological drive focused on safety, connection, and survival
• Children use caregivers as a secure base to explore the world and return for comfort
• Attachment is built through patterns over time, not single moments
• The core questions for a child are “Am I safe, am I seen, and will you come back?”
🧠 Why the first six years matter
• Early childhood is a sensitive period for emotional regulation and trust
• Young children rely on caregivers to help regulate big feelings
• Secure attachment formed in early years impacts lifelong relationships.
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