Mellow Parenting

Mellow Parenting is an NGO based in Scotland that researches, develops & implements evidence-based attachment programmes globally. We want every child, wherever they are in the world, to be part of a safe and nurturing family that will allow them and future generations the best possible start in life. The underpinning values are based on the psychological theories of attachment, social learning and cognitive behavioural therapy and focus on improving parent-child relationships, for either male or female caregivers, from the antenatal period up to age five. Early intervention and attuned parenting in the early years has a long term effect in all areas of a child’s development All Mellow Parenting Programmes are thoroughly evaluated before being made available to services. We have our own internal evaluation team that conducts our initial pilots and focus groups. We also have strong links with universities to evaluate our programmes independently for feasibility and cost effectiveness. Mellow Parenting Programmes improve parents’ mental health: they reduce anxiety and depression, increase well-being, self-esteem and self-confidence. We know that children’s development accelerates; in one study of three year old children, their language had improved up to their age level from a previously low level, and parents reported a decrease of their child’s behaviour problems. Our training courses provide the tools to build safe, therapeutic and confidential environments to help parents connect with their children. For further information on Mellow Parenting please visit our website at or contact us at enquiries@mellowparenting.org. We would love to hear from you!