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Enlightening MotherhoodAuthor: Emily Hamblin & Ashley Schultz
As a mom, raising a child with big emotions can be overwhelming, frustrating, and stressful. The Enlightening Motherhood Podcast, hosted by two friends who are currently in the thick of raising kids with big feelings (Emily Hamblin and Ashley Schultz) offers a compassionate community where you can learn practical tips to help make your motherhood lighter. Connect with us! http://emily-hamblin.com Instagram/FB @enlighteningmotherhood Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep145 - How the Nervous System Affects Kids & Parents
Friday, 14 March, 2025
Ever wonder why you or your child struggle with stress, meltdowns, or big emotions? It all comes down to the nervous system—the control center for how we think, feel, and react.In this episode of Enlightening Motherhood, neurodivergent parent coach Emily Hamblin sits down with nervous system coach Leah Davidson to explore how our nervous system influences parenting, kids’ behavior, and emotional regulation—especially in neurodivergent families.Understanding how the nervous system works can transform your parenting journey—helping you feel calmer, more connected, and more in control.🔗 Connect with Emily: emily-hamblin.com🌱 Join the Neurodivergent Survival Kit: emily-hamblin.com/kit🌎 Connect with Leah: www.leahdavidsonlifecoaching.comTime Stamps:⏱ 00:00 Introduction to the Nervous System⏱ 00:30 Meet Leah Davidson: Nervous System Coach⏱ 01:40 Understanding the Nervous System⏱ 03:00 Neuroception and Sensory Processing⏱ 03:59 Real-Life Examples of Nervous System Responses⏱ 04:48 The Importance of Safety and Regulation⏱ 07:03 Parenting and the Nervous System⏱ 08:25 Building Capacity for Safety⏱ 14:59 Interrupting Patterns of Dysregulation⏱ 16:03 Practical Tools for Regulation⏱ 19:32 The Role of the Vagus Nerve⏱ 26:24 Teaching Emotional Intelligence to Children⏱ 28:16 Conclusion💛 Connect & Learn More:📌 Episode Chapters: