275 Before You Try to Calm Your Child, Do This First with Ann Swanson
About this episode
Ann Swanson discusses the importance of co-regulation and shares techniques to help parents and children achieve calmness together.
Hey Friends~ What if the fastest way to help your child become calm... is to begin with yourself? In this episode, Ann shares the power of co-regulation and reminds us that our state is contagious. The good news? Calm is contagious, too. You'll discover simple ways to release tension from your own body, use your breath to create a greater sense of peace, and even learn a beautiful visualization that can help settle both you and your child. Ann also guides us through gentle meditations that are especially helpful for children who are waiting, winding down, or falling asleep. Whether you're looking for practical ways to bring more calm into everyday moments or bedtime has become a struggle this conversation offers tools you can begin using today Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ Email the word WAITLIST to know details about the next group coaching cohort. hello@thelanguageofplay.com ABOUT THE GUEST: Ann Swanson is the author of Meditation for the Real World and SCIENCE OF YOGA, which has sold over 1/2 a…
People in this episode
Host: Dinalynn Rosenbush
Guest: Ann Swanson
Topics covered
- co-regulation
- calmness
- meditation
- parenting techniques
- child development
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