Author: Rachel Barna

  • Can You Spoil a Baby? Why Responding Builds Trust

    Can You Spoil a Baby? Why Responding Builds Trust

    Why Responding to Your Baby’s Cries Builds Trust, Not Bad Habits “Don’t hold them when they’re crying — you’ll spoil them.” Sound familiar? Maybe it came from a family member, a stranger in the checkout line, or a well-meaning friend who raised kids a generation ago. You may be wondering: Can you spoil a baby? Read more

  • 5 Ways to Build Trust with Your Child’s Daycare Provider

    5 Ways to Build Trust with Your Child’s Daycare Provider

    Dropping your child off at daycare isn’t just about logistics—it’s about trust. Letting someone else care for your child, especially in those early days, can feel nerve-wracking. The hesitation, nervousness, or even disconnection you might feel toward a new caregiver is entirely normal and valid. Educators do everything possible to make the environment feel safe Read more