Co-Regulation Strategies for Parents of Highly Sensitive Children
Parenting a highly sensitive child is a bit like walking a tightrope while carrying your heart outside your body. Their emotions are big, fast, and deeply felt. You might notice they react more intensely to everyday situations, need more time to recover from upsets, or are overwhelmed by sensory input or changes in routine.
Tools for Behavior Regulation at Every Stage of Childhood
As parents, we often find ourselves navigating a sea of emotions, not just our children's, but our own, too. From the baby who wails the moment they're set down, to the teen who slams the door after a tough day, behavior can feel confusing or even overwhelming.
Transforming Conflict into Connection With Parent Coaching
If you’ve ever ended the day thinking, “Why does it always turn into a fight?”—you’re not alone. Parenting is one of the most emotionally intense jobs in the world, and it’s easy to feel stuck in a loop of arguments, power struggles, and guilt. The truth is, conflict in parenting isn’t a sign that you’re doing it wrong. It’s a signal—one that says something deeper needs your attention.
The Power of Co-Regulation: A Parent’s Role in Emotional Development
Have you ever watched your child meltdown over something small and felt your own frustration rise with theirs? It’s a natural reaction—big emotions can be overwhelming for both kids and parents. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to fix every problem or stop every tear.