Provide tools for supporting children’s emotional well-being while protecting your own self-care and stress management.
Expanded Structure:
20 min – Understanding Child Stress & Regulation
Signs of stress in children
How adult stress affects family dynamics
30 min – Co-regulation & Communication Skills
Modeling calm, labeling emotions, reflective listening
Partner exercises
30 min – Family Self-Care Strategies
Self-care for parents
Family routines to support well-being
20 min – Roleplay Common Challenges
Handling meltdowns, sibling conflicts, or school stress
20 min – Create a Family Calm Plan
Identify triggers, calming strategies, and family agreements