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Okay, this may be a really dumb question, but we're about to go pick up our daughter (8 months) and I'm starting to obsess about how to foster attachment and to allow her to develop some of the motor skills that she may not have when we get her. I've read on the attachment threads "not to let her feet touch the floor" because we should be wearing her, having skin to skin contact, etc. I'm all for that! We've waited so long for her that nothing would make me happier than to keep her that physically close all the time.

On the other hand, I've read from people that their children at that age weren't able to roll over or sit up independently, because they don't traditionally spend much tummy time on the floor. I suspect she'll need to spend time on the play mat and strengthening her muscles.

How did those of you with experience balance these? I'm guessing that, for attachment purposes, it's okay to spend a fair amount of time on the floor together, interacting, making eye contact, playing together etc, so I guess my question is more about how much time you all spent with floor time, exersaucer time, etc. vs. time wearing them in the sling or carrying them.

Sorry if this is really dumb, but it would help to hear from those of you with experience. Nothing on earth is more important to us than her attachment, but we want to help her develop physically as well.

Thanks,
Anne