Are We There Yet?: Formation Through Dependence

The earliest years of a child’s life are not just about milestones—they’re about relationship. In this episode, Presley and Val explore how God designed infancy and early childhood as a season for deep relational formation between parents and children. From crying and comfort to play, presence, and protection, these early interactions shape a child’s sense of safety, trust, and belonging.

Through a developmental lens, we’ll talk about how babies and young children are learning who they are—and who God is—through the way they are responded to. We’ll unpack how early relational formation relates to early spiritual formation and how it's all part of God's perfect plan. 

Whether you’re holding a newborn, chasing a toddler, or reflecting back on the early years, this episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and grace-filled perspective for parents who want to nurture strong relationships from the very beginning.

Because before children can listen, obey, or understand, they are learning one essential truth: Can I depend on you?

CDC Milestone Tracker App: https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones-app/index.html

BabySparks - Developmental Tracker & Online Learning for Parents: https://babysparks.com/

Harvard's Center for the Developing Child: Three Core Concepts in Early Development: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/videos/three-core-concepts-in-early-development/

Building Social-Emotional Skills at Home: https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/building-social-emotional-skills-at-home