01/19/2026
Regulation doesn’t stop developing in early childhood,what happens is it grows, evolves and shifts as your child does.
At every age, regulation can look different, and that’s okay. When we understand what’s typical for each stage, it becomes easier to respond with patience instead of worry, and support our children in ways that actually help them feel safe and capable.
Regulation isn’t about stopping big feelings or “being regulated” all the time.
It’s about helping your child build the capacity to move through them, with your support, over time.
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hey there! I’m Kelsey — pediatric occupational therapist, lactation counselor, and craniosacral therapist 👋🏽 I help families understand what their little one’s body is really telling them so feeding, sleep, and development can all flow easier ✨
**never medical advice, just shared wisdom from years of baby-study magic 💫
nervous system regulation | pedsOT | milestones | brain development | pediatric therapy | airway
