Interwoven Connections has published a very helpful toolkit filled with advice and strategies caregivers can use to regulate our own nervous systems.
“Parenting and caregiving can ask a lot of you, and taking care of yourself can easily fall to the bottom of the list. This toolkit offers simple, practical strategies you can turn to throughout your day, whether you need to pause, settle your body, work through a difficult moment, or reconnect with yourself. Caring for yourself isn’t something you need to earn. When children see the adults in their lives pause, breathe, and care for their own needs, they learn that regulation is something we can all practice. We hope these tools help you find regulation when you need it, and discover what makes you feel more grounded and supported.”
The toolkit is available for free download at https://tinyurl.com/