"As it turns out, hugs, cuddles, and comforting words, can help mitigate the effects of toxic stress for kids of all ages."
Respond with Sensitivity
Build the foundation of trust and empathy beginning in infancy. Tune in to what your child is communicating to you, then respond consistently and appropriately. Babies cannot be expected to self-soothe, they need calm, loving, empathetic parents to help them learn to regulate their emotions. Respond sensitively to a child who is hurting or expressing strong emotion, and share in their joy.
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"I've become more tolerant of my children, my grandchildren's behavior, than I was before I heard about ACEs. I tend to talk with them not talk at them which is what I did with my daughters." |
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AP Month 2020 is about supporting awareness for ACES and positive childhood experiences, including fostering resilience as in this film, with resources to share with those you serve in your community, as well as those you love. |
AP Month 2020 is Parenting with PEACE, with a focus on parenting with positive childhood experiences and how powerful they can be. |
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This short 8-minute video was developed as an introductory tool for parents to learn about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). |
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Gustafsson, E., Levréro, F., Reby, D., & Mathevon, N. (2013). Fathers are just as good as mothers at recognizing the cries of their baby. Nature Communications , 4, 1698.
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