I am looking for an expectant parent, who might be interested in helping me to learn about child development.

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I am currently a Post Graduate student at the BPF enrolled on an infant observation course.

https://www.britishpsychotherapyfoundation.org.uk/education/courses/infant-observation/

 

I am interested in deepening my understanding of child development, so that I can bring this into my therapeutic work with adults.

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What is an infant observation?

 

An infant observation is an experiential process, which unfolds over weekly 1-hour visits, which take place up until the child's second birthday. The aim is to help the observer learn more about child development through observing the same baby in a natural setting over an extended period.

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Observations commence as early as possible and ideally no later than 4 weeks after birth. ​​

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What is required?

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• Are you currently pregnant and due to give birth in Spring or Summer 2026? 

• Do you live in London or one of the surrounding counties?

• Are you open to the prospect of your baby being quietly observed on a weekly basis as you go about your usual routines?

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What is involved?

 

• The observations would take place weekly (excluding holidays) at a time and day that would be mutually agreed.

• The observation would usually take place in the family home to begin with, but the location may change over time depending on where the baby is looked after (e.g. nursery). 

• Parents and infants do not need to do anything extra/special for the observers visits and are free to continue with their daily tasks.

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What do parents gain from participating?

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Many parents who have taken part in an infant observation have valued the regularity of the observers visits and the space this has provided to reflect on their baby and its unfolding development into toddlerhood. Many have commented  that they found the regular visits rewarding and a meaningful experience for them and their infant.

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What would the next steps be?

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If you are interested in taking part please feel free to reach out to me on the email below.

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We would first arrange a time to meet either in person or online to discuss what taking part might look like and any questions you might have.

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I would then leave you space to consider whether you would like to proceed.

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As a health care professional I have an enhanced DBS check, which I can share with you, along with a letter of introduction from my training institution (BPF).

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