Welcome to the first episode of Nurture — where we gently explore what it means to care for our children and ourselves through presence, relationship, and deep attunement.

This episode is a reminder that nurture isn’t about doing more, trying harder, or getting it right all the time. It’s about noticing. Being with. Returning.

✨ Key Takeaways

* Nurture is relational.It’s not about performance or perfection — it’s about connection. Children (and adults) are wired to seek comfort, co-regulation, and closeness when things feel too big.

* It’s the small, ordinary moments that matter.Nurture often shows up in the quiet pauses — a hand held, a soft glance, the way we stay near when emotions run high.

* Our children’s nervous systems are still developing.Meltdowns and big feelings aren’t misbehaviour — they’re moments when our child’s nervous system is asking for support. Through co-regulation, we lend them our calm while theirs is still growing.

* “Good enough” is good enough.No parent is regulated all the time. What matters is how we return — the repair, the softness, the presence after the rupture.

* Nurture goes both ways.It’s not just something we give to our children — it’s something we can offer to ourselves, too. Nurture isn’t a one-way street. It’s a shared, evolving relationship.

💬 Reflection Prompts

You don’t need to answer all of these. They’re here to support gentle noticing — in your own time, in your own way.

* What small moment of connection did I notice today?

* When was I able to return — to myself, to my child — after a hard moment?

* Where could I offer myself the same compassion I offer my child?

📎 Resources Mentioned

* “Moments of Connection” Reflection Sheet→ Download here

* Lock Screen Reminder Cards→ Download here

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