I saw this quote on a webpage, and it caught my eye, i rather like it, and just though i'd share it with others!

Food for thought: “Babies cry to communicate – not manipulate” - William Sears

Babies thrive when nurtured; Thriving is not just growing bigger, but also developing and growing socially, emotionally and spiritually. By meeting baby’s physical and therefore emotional needs – by holding, talking to, cuddling and rocking them, feeding, and most importantly responding, they then will feel satisfied, safe, secure, loved and will thrive.
Early attachment relationships are the foundation for all future relationships and important in developing the neural pathways of the brain, optimising their genetic potential. A sensitive approach and responding to baby’s signals and needs immediately will give the baby a positive sense of self and a trust in other people, making your baby contented in the short term and more independent later on. This meeting of their needs enhances a strong, positive and loving relationship with you as parents. Even more importantly they don’t care whether these practical tasks are carried out perfectly, babies just like having their mother or father taking care of them.