At just four months old, something profound is happening inside me.
My sense of trust—in the world, in others, and in myself—is being formed. I can’t think about trust yet, but I can feel it. Every moment of care or neglect shapes the foundation of who I will become.
Nurturing Essence: A Compass for Essential Parenting explores early childhood development through the wisdom of nine pioneers in the field.
From birth to six months, the infant’s trust is built through presence, attunement, and responsiveness. When parents meet their baby with love, safety, and care, trust grows. When babies are left to “cry it out” or fed on rigid schedules instead of when they’re hungry, trust takes a direct hit.
This book is the first of its kind, bringing together psychology, developmental insight, and essential nature to give parents a window into their child’s inner world. It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence.