Attachment Plays a Big Role in Your Relationship With Your Child — Here's How to Know If Yours Is Healthy

If your children have a healthy bond with you, they feel safe enough to explore their surroundings freely, while you act as a "safe base" for them to come back to if they feel uncertain or scared. Your child can rely on you to be there for them no matter what the circumstance. One of the telltale signs of a healthy connection is watching a parent and child reunite after being away from each other for some time. In most cases, the child is happy to see their parent, greets them, and aims to reconnect immediately.