In this episode of The Thriving Mompreneur, Liz Kent, a therapist and coach for moms managing the mental load, and Kara Lucas, a therapist and coach specializing in supporting moms of highly sensitive kids, dive into the unique challenges of parenting children with high sensitivity.
They discuss what it means to be highly sensitive, the differences in how sensitivity manifests in children, and the added mental load this places on mothers. They also explore strategies for co-parenting, managing emotional regulation, and creating supportive routines.
Key Takeaways
High sensitivity is a trait, not a diagnosis.
Sensitivity varies greatly between children.
Mothers often carry a heavy mental load managing these needs.
Routines and visual schedules help reduce overwhelm.
Allowing for discomfort is essential for growth.
Short, focused connection time is powerful.
Mom's self-regulation is key.
Repair after mistakes is vital.
Quotes from Episode
"What works for their high sensitivities, if you have two highly sensitive kids, that can show up in very different ways."
"Moms are the ones who are really maybe spending more time with their kids, noticing these things, doing the online research, looking at the books, listening to the podcasts."
"We have to be uncomfortable sometimes, and then we're modeling to our kids that they also are going to feel uncomfortable."
Resources Mentioned
Liz Kent's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lizkentcoaching/
Kara Lucas' Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/karalucascoaching/
Kara Lucas' Instagram: @KaraLucasCoaching
Dr. Becky - Good Inside Podcast: https://www.goodinside.com/podcast/
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