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What role does emotional regulation play in post-traumatic parenting, and how can it shape the way we connect with our kids? In today’s episode, I sit down with Dajana Yoakley, a peaceful and playful parenting coach, to explore how neuroscience, mindfulness, and self-compassion can guide us through the challenges of raising children. Dajana shares her personal journey from corporate leadership to parenting, offering stories about navigating toddler tantrums, pre-teen autonomy, and everything in between.
We discuss how to move away from control-based parenting and instead focus on fostering connection, respect, and empathy. Dajana explains why it’s essential to understand your child’s development and how your own emotional state can influence their behavior. We also talk about the importance of self-compassion, building a supportive community, and allowing children to express their individuality while maintaining boundaries. Tune in to hear how small shifts in perspective can make a big difference in your parenting approach.
More about Dajana Yoakley:
Dajana Yoakley is a peaceful and playful parenting coach who emphasizes neuroscience-based techniques in parenting. Her approach incorporates mindfulness, resilience, and attachment to help parents provide their children with the kind of childhood they may have never experienced themselves.
Dajana is also the host of the “Delight in Parenting Podcast” and has been certified in peaceful and playful parenting, studying under experts like Dr. Laura Markham and Dr. Lawrence Cohen. With a background in corporate leadership and a passion for lifelong learning, Dajana is dedicated to supporting parents in building strong, empathetic connections with their children.
Topics covered on Emotional Regulation:
- How can post-traumatic parents navigate the triggers that arise when children assert their autonomy?
- How can we foster emotional regulation in both ourselves and our children?
- Why is it important to respect children’s preferences and individuality?
- What role does playfulness have in building stronger bonds with children?
- How can parents support their children’s autonomy while maintaining boundaries?
- What steps can post-traumatic parents take to build a supportive community and stay motivated on their parenting journey?
Connect with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz:
- Website: www.drrobynkoslowitz.com
- Post Traumatic Parenting Guidebook
- Come say hi on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
Connect with Dajana Yoakley:
- Website: delightinparenting.com
- Delight in Parenting Podcast: https://www.delightinparenting.com/podcast
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More about Post Traumatic Parenting:
“How can I give my kids a normal childhood, when mine was anything but?” Post-Traumatic Parenting is the podcast for anyone who has ever asked themselves that question. Robyn Koslowitz, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and Post-Traumatic Parent, combines the fields of post-traumatic recovery and growth with our best understanding of how to raise Little Humans. Through interviews with experts in the fields of behavior science, psychology, trauma, and child development, as well as interviews with toy developers, children’s book authors, and anyone else who makes childhood a delight, Dr. Koslowitz explores how trauma impacts our parenting, and how to hack our traumas into superpowers and super-parenting.
Each week, Dr. Koslowitz unpacks how to survive and thrive as a Post-Traumatic Parent. She shares behind-the-scenes insights into the research that underlies what we know about parenting, child development, and trauma recovery. Each podcast provides actionable tips about how to transform our Post-Traumatic Parenting and how to turn our parenting journey into a post-traumatic growth experience. Dr. Koslowitz interviews some of the famous names in these fields, and some experts you’ve never heard of (but should have!). Ready to go from survivor to thriver? Ready to become the parent you’ve always dreamed of being? Join us!
