Every parent knows the instinct: when your child struggles, you want to swoop in. A hard problem, a lost game, a friendship squabble — the urge to fix it, soften it, or remove it entirely can feel like love in its purest form. But a growing body of developmental research tells a more nuanced story. Not all stress is harmful. In fact, the right kind, in the right dose, is one of the most important tools a child has for building resilience, confidence, and emotional strength.

Co regulation before Self Regulation Children’s behaviour is communication. In the early years, big feelings often arrive before the language and self-regulation skills to express them safely. Therapeutic approaches start from that truth: instead of “fixing” behaviour, we meet the need beneath it, teach skills, and strengthen relationships. For nurseries and preschools, this way of working isn’t just kind—it’s effective, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with UK framew

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