How to reconnect with your body – and your child

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If you’re like most parents, you find yourself asking ‘why, why, why?’ on a daily basis. Sometimes you’re referring to your child’s behavior–‘why did he decide to lick the floor at the grocery store?’ Other times, you’re likely asking yourself about your own behavior–‘why did I just lose my mind about an unfinished bowl of…

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Want to stop playing Tug of War with your child?

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“Please put your shoes away.” “I don’t want to.” “Put your shoes away now.” “No!” “If you don’t put them away you can’t watch cartoons tonight, and maybe we won’t have dessert either!” ~sigh~  (A conversation like this has never happened in your house, right?  Didn’t think so.  Mine either😉)  When we ask our child…

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The 4 best resilience-building strategies for children and adults

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Trauma from events like Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can dramatically impact both individuals and their families long after the event itself is over. Even people who have experienced things that you wouldn’t necessarily think was a huge deal (which psychologists call “little t trauma”) can elevate a person’s risk for a wide-range of social, emotional,…

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When a crying child is a sign of good parenting

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A father in a yellow t-shirt gently embraces and comforts a small child with curly hair who is wearing a light green shirt.

Key Takeaways Children have meltdowns over small things because they process accumulated stress, making minor incidents trigger big emotional reactions. What’s the difference between suppressing emotions and reappraising? Suppression hides feelings while reappraisal acknowledges and manages them. Parents say “you’re ok” when children cry because adults feel uncomfortable with crying and want to stop pain,…

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