The Power of Showing Up: how parental presence shapes who our kids become and how their brains get wired

By the New York Times bestselling authors of The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline.

Whats the one thing a parent can do to make the most difference to their child in the long term? The research is clear: be present, show up!

One of the best predictors for any childs future happiness and success is whether at least one adult in their life has consistently shown up for them. With all of todays demands and distractions, this might sound like a tall order. But as bestselling parenting experts Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson reassuringly explain, showing up doesnt take a lot of time, energy, or money. Its simple to do once you understand the four building blocks of a childs healthy development: making them feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure.

Based on the latest brain and attachment research, The Power of Showing Up shares stories, scripts, simple strategies, illustrations, and tips for when our kids are struggling or when theyre enjoying success; when were consoling, disciplining, or arguing with them; and even when were apologising for the times we havent shown up for them. Demonstrating that its never too late to correct mistakes and mend broken trust, this is a powerful guide to cultivating your childs healthy emotional landscape.