Dr. Katie Gorham
03 July 2024
33m 43s
Conquering Chaos: The Mindful Approach to Managing Meltdowns
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33:43
Mindful Motherhood
In this episode of the Mindful Motherhood podcast, Dr. Katie focuses on managing children's meltdowns. She covers how physical presence, language, and environment adjustments can help calm the situation. Understanding the brain's role during these intense emotional periods is key. By being aware of our own reactions and employing calming strategies, parents can better support their children through these challenging moments. This episode emphasizes the importance of co-regulation, suggesting that a calm adult presence can help a child regain control. Tips include adjusting body language and maintaining a safe environment.
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Resources: First Emotions Series (11 books)
Timestamps:
4:07 - What does a meltdown look like for your child?
6:16 - Counteracting the emotional flood of a meltdown
7:23 - Assessing the physical environment
9:16 - Altering our physical presence to appear less threatening
12:48 - When physical touch registers as a pain response
14:51- Altering the sensory environment
16:03 - Allowing the emotional release
17:48 - Reintegrating the brain by offering choices and validating feelings
22:29 - Resisting the urge to talk through what happened
26:34 - Avoiding statements that bring attention to our emotions
31:36 - Challenge of the week!