Amy Hatkoff

SHAPED BY LOVE is now available!
Author of You Are My World: How a Parent's Love Shapes a Baby's Mind

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Reviews are one of the greatest ways to spread the messages of SHAPED BY LOVE! Your comments and ratings would be so appreciated! https://t.co/PK2nX5khvL

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SHAPED BY LOVE has made it’s way to Spain!

This beautiful couple welcomed their bundle of joy to the world yesterday guided by world-renowned water birth expert Barbara Harper! I love seeing how touched new parents are by SHAPED BY LOVE ♥️

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In times of tragedy, and in everyday life, let's hold our children in love they can feel and carry with them wherever they go. ♥️ #PrayersForUvalde

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Did you know your child’s first journey into academia is through their senses and urge to explore? While their constant curiosity might drive you crazy at times, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s actually the driving force behind their success later in life!

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How cute is this conversation between Liam, just 8 weeks old, and his Bubbie!?

Liam's giggles with grandma show us how babies are ready and waiting to communicate right from the start!

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My desk is looking lonely… might be a good time to bring out my notes for my next book! Can you guess what it’s about?! #Writer #wednesdaythought

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The way we love our children shapes how they will love others!

#babyscience #love #babybook
#loveteaches #parentingtips #babyfacts

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Let’s keep kindness in mind this Monday! It goes a long way… Warm soothing interactions stimulate the production of “happy hormones” that help babies manage stress and experience feelings of well-being, joy, peacefulness, and empathy throughout life.

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Your baby’s brain is wired through these acts of love! 💕

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Who still needs a copy of SHAPED BY LOVE?!

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Playing is more than just fun and games! ✨

Active play stimulates higher brain development, which impacts cognitive functions like concentration, attention, and social intelligence! Play also helps babies better manage their emotions and stress.

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Is your toddler struggling with sharing?

It’s okay! It’s important to remember sharing doesn’t come easily to children. Being patient and gently guiding your toddlers in the right direction can help pave the way to generosity!

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Learn more about your newborn’s brain in my new book SHAPED BY LOVE!

[Emma pearson RMN. @emmapearson85]

Face2face or skin2skin. This is what we in perinatal call 'magic' .... Try it and watch the magic happen. ❤️

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If I had to choose a favorite page from SHAPED BY LOVE... Nope. I can't do it! I love them all too much!

Do you have a favorite page?! I'd love to know what speaks to you the most. Share and tag me in a post with your favorite page from the book!

[Lareen Newman PhD @LareenNewman]

Adult #wellbeing starts in infanthood.

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@cathyfamilyhome Thank you! Yes, this is what it’s all about... I’m hoping SHAPED BY LOVE will inspire more beautiful moments like these from parents and caregivers everywhere! #loveistheway

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Did you know that face-to-face conversations and interactions release hormones that stimulate positive feelings in both parents and babies and deepen the bond between them?!

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@thewombeffect Thank you for sharing!