Editorials by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and the faculty

Our editorials offer insights from Dr. Gordon Neufeld, Dr. Deborah MacNamara, Tamara Strijack, and faculty, applying attachment-based developmental science to the pressing issues of our time. These writings help parents, educators, and professionals navigate complex topics with clarity, wisdom, and a deep understanding of human development.

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Apr 16, 2020
When Bringing School Home, Don’t Sacrifice the “Home”
Gordon Neufeld
Gordon Neufeld explains why, in homeschooling, a child’s sense of home and attachment with parents must come before academics. Read more
Mar 29, 2020
Taking Care of Children in Alarming Times
Gordon Neufeld
Gordon Neufeld on helping children feel safe in uncertain times — through attachment, play, and simple non-alarming scripts that guide and protect. Read more
Feb 16, 2020
Gardeners at Heart: Growing Emotional Health in our Children
Tamara Strijack
Exploring how safe relationships and creative play nurture children’s emotional health. Insights from Neufeld Institute faculty Hannah Beach and Tama…Read more
Jan 20, 2020
Dumbo’s Barbaric Yawp
Jule Epp
Jule Epp reflects on balcony talks with her son about autism, normality, and the tension between fitting in and being true to oneself. Read more
Jan 5, 2020
Wishing You An Ish-Ful New Year!
Tamara Strijack
Tamara Strijack reflects on the pressure to “get it right” and invites us to embrace creativity, mistakes, and playful exploration instead. Read more
Dec 9, 2019
‘Tis the Season for Sad Music!
Gordon Neufeld
Gordon Neufeld explores how sad music helps us process hidden emotions, restore balance, and rediscover joy during the holiday season. Read more
Dec 1, 2019
Yes. I Made a Mistake // by Jane Jewitt
Guest Contributor
Parenting is messy. Jane Jewitt reflects on mistakes, identity, and the challenge of truly seeing our children while staying deeply connected. Read more
Oct 24, 2019
When Fear Knocks at the Door // by Genevieve Brabant and Mathieu Lyons
Guest Contributor
Genevieve Brabant and Mathieu Lyons' son Nathan taught them that fear is part of healthy development. This Halloween, they focus on attachment, safet…Read more
Sep 24, 2019
Parenting by Duty or by Choice // by Elana Strobinsky
Guest Contributor
Explore the difference between parenting by duty and by choice, and how conscious presence fosters children’s emotional growth and parent well-being.…Read more
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