Regulation Before Reaction_ 5 Grounding Techniques For Foster Moms in Triggering Moments

If you’re a foster mom, chances are you’ve found yourself in emotionally charged, high-stakes moments more than once—moments where your child is melting down, or a visit doesn’t go as planned, or something triggers your own trauma. These are the moments when your nervous system goes into overdrive, and every part of you wants to react.But here’s the truth: Regulation always comes before connection. And that means you must be grounded before you can effectively support your child.In this post, I want to walk you through five trauma-informed grounding techniques specifically for foster moms navigating tough moments. These aren’t fluffy feel-good suggestions—they’re practical tools you can use when it feels like everything is spiraling out of control.Apply HERE for Fearless Fostering: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF8P5eedeg3Wd7xdwaTOISWoyXX3LyZEsWsjjx11sI9bZUkQ/viewform