5 Ways to Help Your Child Recover After Dysregulation

Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! This is the fifth and final episode in this summer series breaking down how to emotionally regulate your household, tips that I have learned and personally used and hope will benefit you. Specifically, this episode wraps up our series as I talk about five ways you can recover after a dysregulation incident. There is so much adrenaline rushing in our kiddos bodies, and maybe even in our own, that it is very unlikely things will “go back to normal” or what you or the child was doing before the breakdown. So, what do you do? I have five methods we use in our household: presence, gentle touch, pressure, going outside, and playing. In this episode, I dive deeper into each one of these with some clear examples as well! I would love to hear from you if you begin using these strategies or share ones you’ve found that work in your household! Here are a few key takeaways: Your presence as their safe and trusted caregiver is invaluable. Gentle touch can help regulate the central nervous system. Pressure can offset pent-up energy in children. Going outside and grounding can aid recovery. Fun and play are essential for emotional healing. Laughter can create positive connections with children. Caregivers must discern the right approach for each child. Nurturing after dysregulation is crucial for recovery. Building trust takes time and patience. Free Downloadable Resource From Somer: Click Here & Enter Your Email You can email me your questions about adoption and foster care at [email protected]. I'd love to connect with you on Instagram or send you my monthly newsletter with free resources and first access to episodes and more!