Parenting Reflections: What It Looks Like in Real Life to Co-Regulate Through Big Emotions (Hint: It's Not Always Simple or Pretty, and You're Still Doing a Great Job!)
- Author
- Dr. Hilary Mandzik - Psychologist
- Published
- Fri 11 Apr 2025
- Episode Link
- https://hilarymandzik.podbean.com/e/parenting-reflections-when-my-highly-sensitive-child-yelled-go-away-%e2%80%94-how-i-stayed-present-and-attuned-during-a-messy-moment-of-co-regulation/
Co-regulation with highly sensitive kids is powerful—but it can get really messy. In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to stay grounded when your child is overwhelmed, pushing you away, and drowning in big emotions.
I’m sharing a personal story from a recent parenting moment that reminded me how connection often starts in the mess. It wasn’t perfect, but by staying close and quiet, I was able to support my son in the way he needed most.
You’ll walk away with simple, practical tips to help you sit through the hard stuff, support your child’s emotional release, and tune in to what they really need—even when it’s tough.
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