Parenting Under Pressure The other night, I yelled at my kid. It was definitely a moment when my emotions got the best of me. I’m not proud of it. I sometimes find myself in a strange role. I’m supposed to be an “expert” in trauma-informed parenting, and yet I

School should be a safe haven where children learn, grow, and develop healthy relationships. However, for children who have experienced trauma, certain aspects of the school environment can accidentally trigger feelings of fear, anxiety, or helplessness. These “hidden triggers” often go unnoticed by well-meaning educators and peers, unintentionally retraumatizing the very

(A note on my word choice: I am using the word “first” next to “mother” to pay respect to the relationship between a birth mother and child if the child is now being raised by someone else.) Mother’s Day is almost here, and boy, does it crush the souls of

The April 2024 Childhood Trauma Newsletter Last month, Elon Musk endorsed “Bad Therapy,” a new book written by a reporter that places blame on mental health therapists and trauma-informed care as the cause of the children’s mental health crisis.  The book proposes that children’s mental health professionals are taking advantage

The February 2024 Childhood Trauma Newsletter As many of us in child psychology have known for decades, attachment to safe and loving caregivers in babyhood and childhood is paramount for long-term emotional and physical well-being. However, as awareness of secure attachment grows in the general population, more and more of

The January 2024 Childhood Trauma Newsletter – by Beth Tyson, MA Photo by Glenna Haug on Unsplash   Hi Trauma Champion, Welcome to the January 2024 Childhood Trauma Newsletter. If you make time to read this newsletter I am so proud of you! Helping children heal from trauma is the

Embarrassing mom truth: When my toddler was learning to walk, I asked my mom friends if I could put a helmet on her so she wouldn’t bump her head. This mama instinct came from a desire to protect my child from harm, an intense intuition many mothers feel.  Thankfully, a

Welcome to the November CTN! I can barely find the words to express how excited I am for you to learn more about my Trauma Champion of the Month. Her name is Dr. Mariel Buqué, and she’s a world-renowned specialist in intergenerational trauma. I highly recommend you follow her and

In a world often marred by conflict and violence, it’s crucial to provide children with the necessary support and guidance to help them navigate the traumatic experiences of war and violence. In this enlightening video, we explore practical strategies and expert advice on how to assist children in coping with

My heart is in pieces because of the horrific violence taking place overseas. It feels uncomfortable to send this newsletter at a time like this. I know many of you are hurting, scared, and overwhelmed by the images and stories pouring out of the news. I am with you. I