AMS Learning Live: Infant Mental Health: Nurturing Emotional Well-Being in the Home and Montessori Environment

1.5 CPDs, Run Time: 59:03

In this webinar we will explore the foundational elements of mental health in infancy and toddlerhood, emphasizing how both caregivers and guides can foster emotional resilience, secure attachments, and co-regulation. We will also highlight practical ways adults can prepare themselves to support the emotional needs of young children, particularly as seasons change and routines shift in the summer.

Bre Winston is a Montessori educator, wellness advocate, and community builder committed to liberatory education from birth. Since starting as a Toddler Assistant in 2017, she has worked across all early childhood environments, gaining deep insights into child development. Currently, as a Nido Lead Guide, Bre ensures infants and toddlers thrive in environments that honor their autonomy, emotional well-being, and cultural identity.

Bre promotes culturally affirming Montessori spaces. She volunteers with the Black Montessori Education Fund to increase access to Montessori education for Black children and support Black educators.

Bre is the founder of Soularbee, a wellness brand focused on trauma-informed yoga and holistic health for Black parents, educators, and caregivers. Her work blends Montessori principles with mental health advocacy, embodiment practices, and community care, helping Black and Brown children thrive.

Through teaching, advocacy, and content creation, Bre is reshaping Montessori education to be more inclusive, accessible, and empowering for all children.