Parenting is hard, especially when you’re holding it all together on your own, navigating trauma, or just trying to survive another day. We see you. Whether you're a single parent, co-parenting through conflict, or dealing with past trauma that gets triggered by your child’s big emotions, this post is here to help you breathe, reset, and stay regulated , even when it feels impossible. Here are five trauma-informed strategies that work in real life, especially when life gets loud: 1. Name What You're Feeling, Out Loud Labeling your feelings out loud, even just to yourself, helps your brain regulate. Say: “I feel overwhelmed right now. I’m not a bad parent, I’m just maxed out.” Naming it reduces the emotional charge and models emotional literacy for your child. 2. Put Your Feet on the Ground When everything feels chaotic, ground yourself physically: Stand up Wiggle your toes Feel the floor under you Take one deep breath and exhale slowly Your body is ...