Parenting a child can be joyful, exhausting, and overwhelming, sometimes all at once. Tuning in — the ability to stay present, calm, and intentional — can help you feel more grounded, connected, and confident in your parenting.
● “You’re rubbing your eyes — I think you’re getting sleepy.”
● “I hear your little giggles — you love this game!”
● “I can see you are frustrated right now”
● “I’m feeling frustrated, so I’m going to take a breath before I respond.”
● “Wow, that loud noise startled both of us — let’s take a minute to calm down together.”
● Instead of: “I can’t get this right!”
● Try: “This is hard right now — and that’s okay. I’m doing my best.”
● Ask yourself: “What does my child need right now?”
● Remind yourself: “I can handle this moment.”
● “I paused when my child was crying, and I stayed calm — that was a win.”
● “I remembered to take a breath before picking my child up — I’m proud of that.”
Recommended Citation: Center for Health and Safety Culture. (2025). Tuning In Age 0 Summary. Retrieved fromhttps://www.ToolsforYourChildsSuccess.org
This content does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Tools for Your Child’s Success communities, financial supporters, contributors, SAMHSA, or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
© 2025 Center for Health and Safety Culture at Montana State University
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