In a world where parenting often feels rushed and overwhelming, this conversation with prenatal mental health therapist Laura Todd explores how early connection shapes a child’s emotional health and how small, intentional moments can make a lasting difference.
What You’ll Hear:
- Why early childhood connection shapes how children handle stress, emotions, and relationships for years to come.
- Simple, realistic ways busy parents can build stronger bonds without adding more pressure to their day.
- How trusting your inner voice as a parent can quiet doubt and build confidence in your parenting decisions.
- Why community and support aren’t luxuries in parenting they’re essential for emotional health and resilience.
- A powerful reminder that difficult parenting phases are temporary — but the connection you build lasts.
Laura’s personal breakthrough moment:
Laura shares the moment she realized that early childhood experiences don’t just shape memories they shape how children respond to stress, relationships, and the world around them.
Resources Mentioned
🧠 Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics: Dr. Bruce Perry
Learn how early childhood experiences shape brain development, stress response, and emotional regulation. Dr. Bruce Perry’s work helps parents understand why early connection matters so deeply.
🔗 Learn more: https://www.neurosequential.com
Featured Guest: Laura Todd
Laura Todd is a certified prenatal mental health therapist who supports parents in building strong emotional bonds with their children from the very beginning. Her work centres on helping families feel seen, supported, and confident as they navigate the emotional journey of pregnancy, early childhood, and parenting.
Follow Laura Todd: Early Bonds Therapy
Laura Todd supports parents through pregnancy, postpartum, and early childhood, helping families build strong emotional bonds and confidence in parenting.
Website: www.lauratoddlpcc.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-todd-lpcc-iecmhs-pmh-c-99415482/
Instagram: @the_infant_therapist
Meet the Host: Adrienne Giffen
Adrienne Giffen is an executive recruiter, author of Unravel You, and creator of the intergenerational board game Now You’re Talking™. Through her podcast, she invites families and friends to trade screens for stories, sparking heartfelt conversations that bridge generations. Her work is rooted in a passion for helping people rediscover connection, courage, and joy in today’s digital world.
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