THE GROWING MIND SERIES – ONLINE COURSES
Everyday Attachment : Raising Emotionally Secure Children and Adolescents
PART TWO
When children feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure, they thrive.
Raise emotionally secure, resilient children without striving for perfection. This course goes beyond theory to show you how secure attachment is built through everyday moments of connection—how you respond to emotions, manage stress, repair ruptures, and offer compassion to both your child and yourself.
60 minute interactive course
Self-paced learning
Evidence-based Insights
Imagine this…
Your toddler…
Screams when the iPad time ends — you stay calm, get down to their level, soothe them, and guide them to the next activity while holding the limit.
Your child…
Melts down after school — you recognise nervous system overload, prioritise connection, and calm returns before expectations.
Your teenager…
Argues about a rule — you stay regulated, validate feelings, and hold the boundary without lecturing or withdrawing.
In this course you will learn…
How secure attachment develops through emotional tuning-in and responsiveness
How to read and respond to your child’s emotional cues across different ages
How mirroring and attunement help children feel felt and understood
How co-regulation supports emotional regulation and nervous system development
The role of safe, respectful physical connection in building security
How mentalization and curiosity foster empathy and emotional understanding
Why emotional safety is the foundation for healthy brain development
How to respond to challenging behaviour with compassion and clear boundaries
Why “good enough” parenting matters more than perfection, and how repair builds resilience
How attachment can grow and strengthen at any age
How your own childhood experiences influence your parenting, and how self-awareness creates more choice and calm
Attachment is not built in grand gestures. It is built in everyday moments, take the first step to learn more today.
60 minute interactive course
Self-paced learning
Evidence-based Insights
Lifetime Access
$69
+GST
Attachment deserves time, care, and space to unfold.
This course is offered in two parts, and completing Part 2 alongside Part 1 allows for a richer, more grounded understanding of everyday attachment.
About Megan & The Hand to Heart Project
The Hand to Heart Project was founded with a simple but powerful mission: to help parents, educators, and professionals better understand the science behind childhood development—and apply it in ways that truly make a difference.
Led by Clinical Psychologist and Paediatric Neuropsychologist Megan Fowler, this project brings together the latest in neuroscience, psychology, and personal storytelling to provide practical insights into how childhood experiences shape the brain, emotions, and lifelong wellbeing.
“As both a paediatric nurse and a mother, I found this course to be extremely invaluable. Not only has it given me insight into my son’s neurological development, but also skills for managing challenging behaviours in my older children. My step-daughter has had a fairly traumatic childhood, before now, and exhibits deep emotional dysregulation at times. By completing this course I am now able to better understand her behaviour and identify potential triggers for her. I have learnt to change my approach when she has a seemingly disproportionate outburst. I am learning to calm her using a more therapeutic approach which then allows her nervous system to return her to her safe place - making the meltdowns far easier to manage. As much as I thought I understood about children and their brain function, this course has given me an even greater understanding.”
Hayley, mother of 6 month old, and stepmother of two aged 7, 9 years old
"The Hand to Heart course offers clear, practical strategies for responding to our children’s behaviour. With a strong-willed child, I’ve been able to put the guidance into practice and have already noticed a significant shift in how she responds – our house is much calmer and I feel more confident in responding to big emotions. With continued practice, I can see how this will have a lasting, positive impact on how our children will be able to manage their emotions as they grow. Completing the course with my husband was especially valuable, as it opened up meaningful conversations and helped us align on how we want to grow and improve as parents."
Caitlin, Mother of two daughters, aged 1 and 5 years old
FAQs
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This course is for parents and caregivers of toddlers, children, and teenagers who want to better understand behaviour, emotions, and brain development. It’s ideal if you’re feeling stuck in power struggles, overwhelmed by big emotions, or looking for a more compassionate, effective way to support your child. This course will also be of interest to professionals and others who work with children to understand how we can utilise the last neuroscientific research to support children's wellbeing and overall development.
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The course is relevant for children from birth through adolescence. While brain development looks different at each stage, the principles of nervous system regulation, connection, and secure attachment apply across all ages.
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No. While attachment is shaped early, the brain remains changeable across childhood and adolescence. Repair, responsiveness, and emotional safety can strengthen attachment at any age. This course focuses on practical ways to reconnect and rebuild trust, even if things haven’t always gone smoothly.
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Not at all. Secure attachment grows from both emotional safety and consistent boundaries. This course teaches how to hold limits while staying connected, so children feel safe, understood, and guided—rather than controlled or ignored.
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The course explores how secure attachment creates a felt sense of safety that allows children to explore, learn, and cooperate. You’ll see how strengthening connection reduces challenging behaviour over time.
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You’ll learn:
How to recognise stress vs regulation in your child
Practical co-regulation tools you can use in real time
How to stay connected while holding boundaries
Supporting attachment across different ages and temperaments
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Yes! This course is built on the latest neuroscience and psychological research. It was developed by Clinical Psychologist and Paediatric Neuropsychologist Megan Fowler, who has over 20 years of experience working with children, families, and professionals.
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The course takes approximately 60 minutes to complete. It is entirely self-paced, so you can learn at your own convenience.
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Yes! You’ll have ongoing access to the course materials, so you can revisit the content anytime.
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We accept credit/debit cards via the online checkout. Bulk purchases (3+ licences) can be paid via bank transfer.
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Due to the digital nature of this course, refunds are generally not available. However, if you experience any issues, please contact us, and we’ll do our best to assist you.
Enrol now and begin building secure attachment — one ordinary day at a time.
60 minute interactive course
Self-paced learning
Evidence-based Insights
Lifetime Access
$69
+GST
Attachment deserves time, care, and space to unfold.
This course is offered in two parts, and completing Part 2 alongside Part 1 allows for a richer, more grounded understanding of everyday attachment.