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The Continuum Concept introduces the idea that in order to achieve optimal physical, mental and emotional development, human beings - especially babies - require the kind of instinctive nurturing as practiced by our ancient relatives. It is a true ‘back to basics’ approach to parenting.
Author Jean Liedloff spent two and-a-half years in the jungle deep in the heart of South America living with indigenous tribes and was astounded at how differently children are raised outside the Western world. She came to the realisation that essential child-rearing techniques such as touch, trust and community have been undermined in modern times, and in this book suggests practical ways to regain our natural well-being, for our children and ourselves.
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Jean Liedloff has written for the Sunday Times and was a founding member of the Ecologist magazine. She lectures and broadcasts around the world to students, doctors, parents, psychotherapists and the general public. She lives in London.
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56 of 57 people found the following review helpful
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Having spent the past year battling with contemporary opinion that babies need "controlled crying" and will be spoiled by "too much attention", it was wonderful to read that the constant carrying and cuddling I gave to my son was in fact what all babies need to thrive. Liedloff's decriptions of the South American people she stays with are fascinating, and the attitude towards childcare refreshing. The only down side is that some of the language and attitudes are dated ("civilised" and "savages") and perhaps she takes the point a little too far into variations of adult behaviour. Having said that - this book should be read by anyone contemplating parenthood!
77 of 81 people found the following review helpful
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I read this book when my children were five and two, I wish I had read it when pregnant for the first time. Then maybe I wouldn't have suffered with chronic PND for eighteen months after the birth of my first child. I would've listened to my instincts, believed in myself and in evolution and not listened to such tyrants as Gina Ford with their strategies and baby boot camp training. Anyone would think that babies were an alien race trying to ruin our lives instead of the pure and innocent vulnerable babies that they have been since time began. Thank you Ms Leidloff for changing my life for the better. READ THIS BOOK and bin all the parent centred rubbish that fills the shelves.
58 of 62 people found the following review helpful
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I read this book after reading 'Three in a bed' by Deborah Jackson, which I thoroughly enjoyed and found to be useful, sensible and well-informed. Yes, the core concept rings true...and it has certainly worked for my baby, but as other people have said here, flexibility is so important, and no, we don't live in the jungle! I have also heard that Leidloff has been slightly misleading in that, although the Yequana babies did not kill themselves playing with the knives that are 'lying around', she did neglect to mention that many of them are scarred.... Basically, it's worth reading, but use your instincts and remember you are bringing up your child in a totally different world to the one discussed here, although I do believe that babies thrive on this concept of parenting. Read Deborah Jackson to get a more realistic take on it.
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I wish I'd read this book before my baby was born then I would have understood why she never wanted to be put down. Read more
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This book in places is sometimes difficult to read but it is well worth the effort.
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Brilliant! Gives you the confident to go with your gut!
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favourite book bought for somebody
The Continuum Concept has been one of the most influential books i have read in my life - 25 years ago - and I give it to anyone who is pregnant. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. Penny Roberts
Interesting - makes sense but not enough practical advice
I enjoyed the book and the writer's theorys make sense. I did feel it repeated itself though, and if you wanted to follow the continuum concept 100% it may be difficult in our... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Steph
Must read for all parents and other human beings!
The premise and basic concept of this wonderful book can be life-changing in a very positive, long-term way. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Racheblue
The book that changed my life!
After watching 'How to bring up baby?' on channel 4 a couple of years ago, got me interested in the continuum concept. Read more
Published 18 months ago by S.J
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Because I was hurt as a child, my insides popped every time my adventurous baby fell onto his bottom. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Tolstoy
Gets under your skin
A passionately written book - sometimes you do feel the author is overstating some of her conclusions and that there are a lot more factors that affect upbringing than whether a... Read more
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