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Navigate parenting triggers with support and strategies for new moms When you're a new mom, there are all kinds of stressful situations that can trigger extreme emotional reactions. It takes practice to manage your fear, anger, and frustration when things go wrong, but responding with a level head is key to building a healthy relationship with your child. This guide shows you how, by exploring what triggers are, how to identify them, and effective strategies for staying cool during anxious moments.
- Where triggers come from—Begin with a look at what causes triggers so you can understand how they affect your brain and body, and how these techniques can help.
- Reassuring advice and examples—Find relatable stories from other parents that show techniques in action.
- A clear path forward—Each strategy is presented with simple steps you can take right away to start seeing positive change.
Learn to handle your emotional reactions and stay calm while parenting with
The First-Time Mom's Guide to Managing Triggers.
About the author
DANIELLE DELORENZO, OTDS, OTR/L, is a pediatric occupational therapist, professor, writer, and mother. Her mission is to empower anyone interested in occupational therapy, early intervention, and education. Find her at www.DanielleDelorenzo.com.
