International Association for Pregnancy Bonding
Supporting the earliest connection between parent and baby — even before birth
The International Association for Pregnancy Bonding is dedicated to advancing the understanding, practice, and importance of emotional connection during pregnancy. We bring together parents, professionals, and organisations from around the world who share a commitment to nurturing early relationships between expectant parents and their unborn babies. Through accredited programmes, professional training, public awareness, and research partnerships, the Association promotes safe, supportive environments where early bonding can thrive — laying the foundation for lifelong emotional wellbeing.
We Are Committed To:
🌱 Nurturing Early Connection
Promoting safe, nurturing environments where expectant parents are encouraged to connect with their unborn babies through touch, voice, movement, and mindfulness.
🎓 Accrediting Quality Programmes
Setting and upholding standards of excellence in pregnancy bonding support. We accredit training programmes and courses that demonstrate best practices in promoting early attachment and emotional wellbeing.
🤝 Building a Global Community
Connecting practitioners, researchers, and organisations across the world who share a vision of supporting emotional development from the very beginning.
📚 Promoting Evidence-Based Practice
Championing research and practice that highlight the importance of prenatal attachment, and helping to translate this knowledge into accessible, practical tools for parents and professionals.
💬 Raising Awareness and Understanding
Delivering campaigns, resources, and partnerships that shine a light on the critical — and often overlooked — role of pregnancy bonding in shaping healthy futures.
NURTURING EARLY CONNECTION
ACCREDITING QUALITY PROGRAMMES
SHARING BEST PRACTICE