A simple reframe can change everything. 💖
From “They’re doing this on purpose”
to “They’re having a hard time.”
Connection over compliance. Curiosity over irritation. Calm over control. 🌿
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Mindy Scirri shares a powerful way to teach self-advocacy: create safe moments where kids need to ask for what they need—more time, tools, or support—then coach how they ask. These skills transfer to real life. #LaunchFamily #SelfAdvocacy #EmpoweredKids #ParentingTools

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Big tantrums aren’t “bad behavior,” they’re often an overloaded nervous system. Intense/long/frequent meltdowns can signal sensitivity. Reduce overload + add repetition, and you’ll often see meltdowns get shorter and less frequent over time. #NeurodivergentKids #ParentingTools #CoRegulation

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Journaling can help kids build emotional awareness, confidence, and mindfulness, one page at a time.

Explore journaling habits parents can use at home to foster creativity and growth.

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Anxious? Puff up like a Pufferfish! 🐡
In the story, the pufferfish puffs up for fun. But your child can do it to calm down.
Breathe in deep (puff up your belly big!)
Hold it...
Breathe out slow (deflate).
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When Once-A-Week Therapy Isn't Enough | CATCH Watch the video Download CATCH's Mental Health Levels of Care PDF (English and Spanish) Read the transcript Watch a Clip: You’re Not Giving Up. You’re ...

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When Once-A-Week Therapy Isn't Enough | CATCH Watch the video Download CATCH's Mental Health Levels of Care PDF (English and Spanish) Read the transcript Watch a Clip: You’re Not Giving Up. You’re ...

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When Once-A-Week Therapy Isn't Enough | CATCH Watch the video Download CATCH's Mental Health Levels of Care PDF (English and Spanish) Read the transcript Watch a Clip: You’re Not Giving Up. You’re ...

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Shift the script: instead of “my kid is giving me a hard time” → “my kid is having a hard time.” That tiny internal reframe softens everything & opens the door to connection — not conflict. #ParentingReframe #ConnectedParenting #MindfulParenting #ParentingTools #LaunchFamily

Parenting isn’t “my way vs your way.” It’s “our family’s way.” Values first. Each kid is different — what worked for one may not work for another. Kids learn more from what we model than what we say. #ParentingTools #ParentingTips #ValuesBasedParenting #LaunchFamily

When Once-A-Week Therapy Isn't Enough | CATCH Watch the video Download CATCH's Mental Health Levels of Care PDF (English and Spanish) Read the transcript Watch a Clip: You’re Not Giving Up. You’re ...

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ADHD success starts with alignment. Parents set the tone — then school + coaches + therapists follow. When everyone rows in the same direction, kids don’t have to guess which way to go. Consistency IS the intervention. #ADHDParenting #Neurodiversity #LaunchFamily #ADHDSupport #ParentingTools

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Babies can’t tell us when something hurts — but they can sign it!
Our Health & Medical Signs Poster Pack includes visuals for signs like hurt, medicine, doctor, and more to help your little one feel understood.

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Want to hear more wisdom from Dr. Fancher? Watch her Snapchat to Self-Esteem talk we hosted this fall.

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Did you know? Kids who help make family decisions—like choosing dinner or weekend plans—develop stronger decision-making skills for life. Invite their input and watch them grow. 🍽️👦🏽👧🏼🔬
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Strategies for de-escalating aggressive behaviour from your child - Capa First Response Violence in the home can be a distressing and frightening experience for any parent or carer. When children direct aggression toward their parents, it not

If your child’s behaviour feels intense and unpredictable, this blog may help.

It explores simple de-escalation strategies to reduce harm, lower stress, and support calmer responses when things get heated.

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Thank you to everyone who came out last night to our program! A special shout out to Dr. Fancher for sharing her wisdom and real-life experiences with us.

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I’m not saying cannabis makes parenting easy—but it’s helped me show up calmer, slower to react, and a little less lava monster. Short video here: youtube.com/shorts/cS0AT...
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5 Tips to Help Your Child Control Their Anger - Capa First Response Tips to Help Your Child Control Their Anger, ensuring they know that it is normal and healthy to be angry - but sharing ways to safely express it.

“Anger isn’t always a choice — it’s a response.”

This blog offers guidance for parents on how to support children through anger, without escalating conflict or shame.

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Breaking The Stress Cycle A self-paced,12 module parenting course that makes a great companion to Dr. Shanker's 2016 book: 'Self-Reg'

🌀 Feeling stuck in the stress cycle? Drs. Stuart Shanker & Co. and Susan Hopkins EdD have you covered! 👨‍🏫 Get practical, life-changing insights in their course "Breaking the Stress Cycle" for just $75. 💥 Equity pricing also available! 🙌 buff.ly/q5xGpCV | #ParentingTools #StressRelief

Storytime = brain-building. Ollie doesn’t just entertain—he teaches emotional skills through narrative. 📖🧠

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Kids can feel stress in their bodies with racing hearts or tense muscles. The Mayo Clinic guide “How to Relax When You Need to Relax” offers simple techniques to help them calm down. Download here: anxietycoach.mayoclinic.org/wp-content/u...
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I am elated to finally share the @ConsciousCareCards Created in collaboration with mental health specialist Karen A. Green, this 72–card deck combines her expertise with my artwork to create something we both believe is deeply needed in the world right now.

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