⚡ Crisis Intervention & Emergency Response *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

1.51 – How to Self-Soothe While Holding a Toddler: Balancing your own distress while holding a child is delicate but possible. Focus on breath, letting exhales match their small inhales. Rock rhythmically, humming simple tunes to align nervous systems. Feel their heartbeat against your chest—use it as metronome for calm. Keep movements slow; sudden shifts startle both. If panic rises, whisper repetitive phrases to stabilize rhythm. Self-soothing becomes shared healing when done openly. Toddlers sense security through predictability of body language. Afterward, thank yourself silently for maintaining closeness under strain. Every controlled breath during contact rewrites stress into connection. Regulation isn’t about isolation; it’s about synchronizing safety through presence.

About this course

Training in crisis intervention techniques and emergency response strategies to ensure safety, de-escalate conflicts, and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

This course includes:
  • Scenario-based crisis intervention training modules
  • Safety planning templates and communication protocols
  • Resource guides for emergency and post-crisis support services

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