Darcia Narvaez: Childhood Flourish – The Essence of the Evolved Nest | Raising Parents #58

Welcome to another exciting episode of Raising Parents: The Parenting Science Insights Podcast, hosted by Marie Stella Quek. In this episode, we delve into the heart of child development with a fascinating discussion on "Childhood Flourish – The Essence of the Evolved Nest." Get ready to explore revolutionary ideas that could transform your parenting approach and nurture a thriving future for your children.

Our guest today is Darcia Narvaez, Professor Emerita of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame. A distinguished Fellow of multiple prestigious associations, Darcia's interdisciplinary research spans evolved morality, child development, and human flourishing. She has authored influential works, including "Restoring the Kinship Worldview" and "The Evolved Nest: Nature’s Way of Raising Children and Creating Connected Communities."

Today, Darcia Narvaez shares her profound insights on the importance of understanding child development through the lens of the evolved nest. She explains how essential elements like physical touch and carrying contribute significantly to the well-being and developmental journey of young children.

Darcia also explores the long-term benefits of responsive parenting on a child's emotional and social growth. She offers practical advice to parents eager to embrace the evolved nest principles in their child-rearing practices. Whether you're a new parent or looking to enhance your parenting style, this episode is packed with valuable pointers and resources to help you foster a nurturing and connected family environment.

To see more of Darcia Narvaez’s work, have a look here:
Websites: https://darcianarvaez.com/  https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/contributors/darcia-f-narvaez-phd
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darcia-narvaez-26a25815 

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