Back to School = Change + Transitions

Child first day of school, sitting at desk and opening new pencil pouch.

Transition: Back to School This time of year, at least in Indiana, marks the end of summer. With a new school year starting for many people. The beginning of the school year is usually an exciting transition. But for highly sensitive persons, it can be exciting AND difficult! Because of this, I like to write … Read more

What Is Co-Regulation and Why Does it Help?

Mother soothing child in playground, with child laying head in mother's lap

Co-Regulation What is Co-regulation and why does it help your child? Co-regulation is a fancy word for helping your child calm down. Since children have difficulty calming down when frustrated, and can get there in .04 seconds, they usually can’t problem solve. That’s why they need you to help them calm down. I’ve just released … Read more