A French-language study of the earliest relational experiences of infants, this work examines how babies communicate, respond, and form bonds within the family environment. Michel Dugnat approaches infancy as an active social world, emphasizing the importance of emotional exchange between the child and caregivers from the beginning of life. The book is intended for readers interested in infant mental health, developmental psychology, psychoanalysis, and early childhood care. It considers how parental presence, responsiveness, and the emotional climate of caregiving shape a baby’s sense of security and connection. Rather than treating the infant as passive, the discussion presents the baby as a participant in relationships, capable of subtle forms of expression and interaction. With its focus on the caregiver-child bond, the work is relevant to psychologists, pediatric professionals, early childhood practitioners, and parents seeking a deeper understanding of infant development and relational life.

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