Care Package of Resources for Difficult Times

Childhood Trauma Resources for ParentsWe cannot begin to imagine how overwhelming and heartbreaking this time must be for you and your family. Being near or experiencing a traumatic event affects every part of life, and trying to parent through it can feel like an impossible task.

In the midst of this event, your presence with your children is a powerful anchor for them. Even the smallest moments—listening to their fears, holding them close, or just being together—help them feel safe and loved. And when they see you honoring your own feelings, they learn that it’s okay to feel, to grieve, and to heal too.

This is not something you should have to carry alone. You deserve support too—whether that’s sharing your story with someone who understands, leaning on a community, or simply taking a moment for yourself when you can.  Hand in Hand is here to hold space for you—to listen without judgment, share practical tips for parenting through hard times, or just offer a place to feel less alone. No one should have to navigate this journey alone, and you don’t have to either.

What follows is a list of articles to help you navigate supporting your children, and get emotional support for yourself.   During the last 35 years of offering trauma-informed practical Tools, we have found that when parents get Listening Time and are able to offload feelings and stress through tears and laughter, they have more capacity to think well about handling recovery and healing.  We are here to listen and support you in finding fellow parents to listen to you.

Articles for Parents and Caregivers

Talking to Your Child About Disasters

A 7 Step Guide to Building Safety and Connection at Home

How to Help Your Child Overcome Trauma

What We Hope For All Parents

Emotional Support for Parents and Caregivers

How to Exchange Listening Time

How to Find a Listening Partner

5 Ways to Ward Off Parent Anger

Taming Parent Tantrums

Tips for Parenting and Supporting Children During Stressful Times

Connecting When Too Tired To Play

Too Out of Gas to do Special Time?

Set Limits in Five Words Or Less

Play Dissolves Power Struggles

Audio & Video Resources for Parents and Caregivers

One Basic Secret of Reducing Parenting Stress – Listening Partnerships (video)

Helping Children Face an Uncertain World (audio)

Resources for Professionals

NAEYC Presentation “Helping Families with Stress”

Helping Families with Traumatic Events Presentation

A Therapist Asks, Can Hand in Hand Heal Complex Trauma?

If you are a parent or professional who works with parents of families and you would like to know more about the Hand in Hand Parenting approach and how it can help parents in your practice, click here. 

You can learn more about our research here. 

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