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For 30 years, Nurturings has been supporting and educating parents* in raising secure, joyful, and empathic children, strengthening families and creating a more compassionate world.

We couldn't have done any of this without YOU!

*Parent refers to any primary caregiver for a child.

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News and Announcements

Join Barbara and Lysa in Istanbul, Turkey

Flyer for the summit in Istanbul, Turkey

November 3, Istanbul, Turkey

2 PM

Parents, caregivers and professionals are invited to register to attend the First International Attachment Parenting Summit . Events include a workshop, Q&A and book signing with API Nurturings Co-founders and Attached at the Heart Authors Barbara Nicholson & Lysa Parker. Events in English with simultaneous translation and participation certificates are available.

Questions? Contact: info@platformbir.com | follow @DrOnaran on Instagram www.instagram.com/DrOnaran

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FREE, Live-Online Professional Workshop

November 15, live-online

8 pm CST*

*We're set up for multiple time zones, so please check your local day and time and register!

Sample some training features, meet the trainers and learn how Attached at the Heart can help expand your practice and bring more positive childhood experiences and flourishing to families you serve.

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September 2024 AHPP Professional Training Completed

We're wrapping up our September training and invite you to apply for a future training!

Live Online
Group Participation Format
Evidence and Trauma-Informed Promotes Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)
Weekly Schedule

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Join Our 30-Day Challenge!

Everyone has a role to play in supporting families and children so join in our 30th year celebration by taking one or more of these challenges! Your Party-cipation is essential in extending support to the next generation. Which challenge will you accept?!

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BARBARA NICHOLSON, MED, CEIM

Meet Barbara

LYSA PARKER, MS, CFLE, CEIM

Meet Lysa

Barbara Nicholson and Lysa Parker have committed their lives to supporting parents, families and children. As educators, founders, authors and speakers, they’ve been featured on radio, TV and various publications. Ms. Nicholson and Ms. Parker are available for interviews and speaking engagements.

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You've Heard About Resilience, But Have You Heard About PCEs?

Nurturings helps you build Positive Childhood Experiences, or PCEs, pronounced "pieces", which are the foundation of resilience and health. PCEs are powerful antidotes to adversity, and every parent and caregiver can provide them. See what PCEs are all about:

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AP Support Groups

Click the locator pins on the map below to find parent groups and contact leaders, or use the list of groups here. Note: The location markers are approximate - please contact the Group Leader for the meeting locations and details.