An infant always learns. The less we interfere with the natural process of learning, the more we can observe how much infants learn all the time.

-Madga Gerber

Jess Bunting
Founder, Early Childhood Educator and RIE® Practicum Student

Jess Bunting, BA in Early Childhood Studies is the founder of Raising Authentic Children and mother of two. Jess is currently a RIE® Practicum student, has over 10 years of experience working with infants and toddlers, and is certified in The Outdoor Classroom Project. Jess values being in nature as often as possible, practicing respectful caregiving and building trusting relationships with the families she serves.