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Why Kids with Trauma Can’t “Just Sit Still”

Why Kids with Trauma Can’t “Just Sit Still”

by Valerie | Jun 9, 2026 | Childhood Trauma

Creating Movement-Friendly Learning Spaces Children with trauma (and even neurodivergent children) often cannot sit still. For children with trauma, it is because their brains are in a constant state of hypervigilance, looking for the first sign of danger. This...
Family Dinner Without Drama: Creating Connection Rituals That Actually Work

Family Dinner Without Drama: Creating Connection Rituals That Actually Work

by Valerie | May 26, 2026 | Parent Resources

How to Create a Trauma-Informed Mealtime Ritual Even the most mundane things can cause dysregulation in children with trauma. Prior to coming to your safe and loving home, a child may have experienced trauma before, during, or after dinner, as well as food insecurity,...

Adoptive Father and Trauma Advocate Scotty Aemis Releases Rewired Through Relationship

by Valerie | May 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2026 “You Can’t Correct a Child in Survival Mode”  New Perspectives Challenge Traditional Discipline Models for Trauma-Impacted Children Adoptive Father and Trauma Advocate Scotty Aemis Releases Rewired Through Relationship PHILADELPHIA,...
Why Forgiveness Isn’t Always the Goal in Trauma Recovery

Why Forgiveness Isn’t Always the Goal in Trauma Recovery

by Valerie | May 5, 2026 | Childhood Trauma

5 Reasons Why Forgiveness Should Not Be a Requirement in Order to Heal from Trauma We’ve all heard some of these popular phrases: “Forgiveness is for you, not the other person.” “You need to forgive so that you can move on.” “Don’t let someone rent space in your...
Building Positive Safe Relationships: The 3 Questions Every Child with Trauma Needs Answered

Building Positive Safe Relationships: The 3 Questions Every Child with Trauma Needs Answered

by Valerie | Apr 28, 2026 | Childhood Trauma, Parent Resources

How Positive Safe Relationships Can Help Guide Your Child with Trauma Toward Healing My direct experience with my children with trauma has taught me a lot about childhood trauma. I learned that trauma is a real brain injury, and while you can’t see it, it can be...
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