Retained Primitive Reflexes: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Development | Ep. 222
Demand Avoidance: When Is My Child’s Pushback Actually Pathological? | 221
From Slamming Doors to Peace: How to Calm a Dysregulated Child | Ep. 220

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3 Unexpected Parenting Strategies to Help Your Highly Sensitive Child Thrive

This way of responding communicates the four key messages of the Connected Families Framework: Psalm 139: I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully
From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities | Ep. 219

Lynne Jackson, OTR is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked
Why Little (And Not-So-Little) Kids With Big Emotions Benefit From Big Empathy

One way children know they’re loved is if you simply say so, not in a condescending way, but from your heart, right there while your
BONUS: 5 Powerful Reasons to Press Play & Transform Lives
The Power of Affirmation: 3 Ways Your Words are Life-Giving | Ep. 212
3 Principles to Help Your Child Calm and Regulate | Ep. 210
The “Stubborn” Child: A Simple Mindset Shift Might Transform Your Relationship

“Consequences only inflamed a bad situation, bribery led nowhere, and reasoning with her was completely futile.” – Danika D.
50 Self-Regulation Activities To Empower Your Child To Calm

What is self-regulation? How is it different from emotional regulation? Energy self-awareness + healthy coping strategies = SELF-REGULATION Emotional regulation is when you understand, evaluate
Why Is My Child So Angry? The #1 Unexpected Reason & Practical Steps to Take

Moving from unhealthy to healthy anger responses


