Parenting is an emotional marathon. Love, joy, and pride run parallel with fear, guilt, and exhaustion. But for many parents, especially those experiencing anxiety, everyday challenges can feel like emotional minefields. The tricky part? Most don’t realize anxiety is playing a central role in how they show up as parents.

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.