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Author: Bethany Hall, MSN, FNP

Dr. Bruce Perry’s Concept of Regulate, Relate, and Reason

An adult sits beside another person on a couch, gently placing a hand on the person’s head while the person holds a smartphone.

1.  Big feelings make it hard for kids to think clearly.  2. Connection must come before correction. 3.  Staying calm helps your child borrow your regulation. This blog is part of our “Creative Correction” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. Click Here. The Three R’s Think […]

Back to School Advocacy

A child wearing a backpack walks outdoors along a sidewalk near a white fence, with two additional individuals walking behind. Trees and greenery appear in the background.

1. Parents can model focusing on what’s within their control.  2. Coaching kids through big worries strengthens connection. 3. Shared language around control builds confidence and trust. This resource is part of “Understanding Big Behaviors: Brain-Based Insights”  Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. Click Here. […]

Handle Sibling Fights and Nurture a Positive Attachment Every Day

Two individuals each carry a child on their back while walking outdoors in a park-like area with trees displaying golden leaves. The group is positioned on a pathway with soft natural lighting in the background.

1. Every child brings a different personality and perspective. 2. Create opportunities for positive connections between siblings. 3. Support connection through attention and open conversation. This resource is part of “Understanding Big Behaviors: Brain-Based Insights”  Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. Click Here. Why Sibling […]

Screen Time: Summer Parenting Tips to Help You Manage

A group of individuals sit together on outdoor steps, each using a smartphone during their free time.

1.  Back-to-school stress can stir up big feelings for kids with trauma histories.  2. Safe, simple conversations build trust and emotional security. 3. Listening with warmth and curiosity sets the tone for the year. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of […]

Tossing, Turning, and Counting Sheep!

An adult sits in bed reading a book to two young children who are seated close on either side. A small light on the wall illuminates the cozy nighttime setting, and a stuffed animal is visible near one of the children.

1. Past experiences like loss, abuse, or neglect can make bedtime and night waking difficult. 2. Predictable routines and reminders help children feel secure at night. 3. Relaxing music, red night lights, and gentle sensory activities support better sleep. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about […]

What Does the Bible Say About Spanking?

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1.  Discipline in Scripture emphasizes instruction and relationship, not a specific method. 2. Fear-based punishment can hinder healing for children with trauma histories.  3.  Loving correction grounded in connection helps children grow from the inside out. This blog is part of our “Creative Correction” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or […]

Trauma Informed to Trauma Responsive Care

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1. Trauma and ACEs are common and can shape a child’s development and behavior. 2. Trauma-informed care understands trauma; trauma-responsive care applies that understanding. 3. Consistent, personalized support helps families move from awareness to healing. This blog is part of our “Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®)” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training […]

Food Hoarding: Feasting on Control

A child wearing pink polka‑dot pajamas sits at a table holding a bowl of cereal with milk. A spoon rests inside the bowl, which contains several round cereal pieces.

1. Food hoarding is often rooted in past neglect, not defiance. 2. Survival strategies don’t disappear just because circumstances change.  3. Consistency, reassurance, and connection reduce anxiety over time. This resource is part of “Understanding Big Behaviors: Brain-Based Insights”  Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. […]

ADHD and Children with Hard Histories

An individual wearing a light blue shirt sits at a table with an open notebook, resting their head on one hand while holding a pen. Books and papers are spread out on the table, and a bright window is visible in the background.

1.  ADHD symptoms can make homework and school tasks especially difficult at home. 2. Support and empathy help caregivers respond to ADHD-related struggles more effectively. 3.  Trauma and ADHD can overlap, making secure attachment especially important. This blog is part of our “Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®)” Training. If you would like to learn more about this […]

Adoption Granted! Now What?

1.  Adoption is a beginning, not an ending. 2.  Trauma doesn’t disappear on adoption day. 3.  You still need a village. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. Click Here. Beyond the Courtroom: The Real Work of Adoption Starts […]

Bridging the Gap: How to Improve Birth Family Visits

An adult and a young child are on the floor together with colored pencils, engaging in an art activity in a living room setting.

1.  Birth family visits often bring grief, confusion, and difficult behaviors for children in care. 2. Preparation, routine, and simple supports can ease transitions before and after visits. 3. Listening with compassion helps children process big emotions safely. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about this […]

Three Questions for Teaching Self-Regulation

A child running outdoors along a grassy path surrounded by trees, wearing a plaid shirt and shorts, moving energetically through a bright natural setting.

1.  Self-regulation can be taught. 2.  Behavior is a clue to dysregulation 3.  Mindful questions build skills. This blog is part of our “TBRI® Caregiver” Training. If you would like to learn more about this training or any of other trainings. Click Here. Guiding Children Through the Foundations of Self‑Regulation Self regulation is a key component […]