Transforming Parenting Through Inner Child Work and Emotional Regulation  

In this episode of the Sacred Illness Podcast, host Dr. Erin Hayford along with guest Kimberly Sleeth explore the profound connections between inner child work and modern parenting techniques.   

They discuss the impact of unresolved childhood issues on parenting styles, the importance of addressing emotional needs, and strategies for nervous system regulation.   

Through personal anecdotes, the conversation highlights the importance of creating a safe and loving environment for children, recognizing and managing emotional dysregulation, and embracing gentle parenting methods.   

Enjoy!  

 

00:00 Introduction to Parenting Challenges 

01:23 Exploring Inner Child Work 

03:38 Impact of Childhood on Parenting 

06:18 Personal Parenting Experiences 

20:00 Modern Parenting Pressures 

28:52 Facing the Tantrum: A New Parenting Approach 

29:03 The Modern Parenting Village: Challenges and Changes 

30:25 The Dysregulation of Parenthood 

32:33 Understanding the Fight or Flight Response 

35:46 Co-Regulation: Helping Your Child Calm Down 

41:27 Finding Personal Space as a Parent 

47:39 Inner Child Work: Healing Through Parenting 

50:30 Resources for Modern Parenting 

53:23 The Importance of Community in Healing 

54:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Resources mentioned:  

"The Body Keeps the Score" - Bessel van der Kolk 

"How to Talk So Kids will Listen and Listen So Kids will Talk" and "Siblings without Rivalry" by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish 

Circle of Security: https://www.circleofsecurityinternational.com/

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