#Emotional regulation skills are among the most important skills in a person's development because they significantly impact overall well-being, social interactions, and the ability to navigate life's challenges. For my son Michael, real-life settings are the best way to practice these skills because they provide the most accurate and realistic opportunities to interact with the world. This is why I chose the approach of homeschooling/unschooling and took ownership of all the therapies Michael n

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Co-regulation is not just a parenting strategy; it’s a profound way we can support our children’s emotional development from the very beginning. When you see a parent, like my husband in this video, soothing and supporting our daughter, you’re witnessing the foundational work that helps her learn to manage her emotions effectively. This nurturing interaction does more than calm her in the moment; it helps her brain form the pathways needed to handle stress and regulate her own emotions as she gr