Comment “class” for an 18-minute video course including 5 fun breathing exercises! 🫶🫶 I started teaching my son deep breathing techniques when he was around 1 years old. Now, at 2.5 years old he independently takes deep breaths when he’s upset. Of course he still has big feelings but deep breathing has helped him work through his frustrations and meltdowns. Sometimes we are able to stop a meltdown in its tracks or reduce the length of his crying. ❤️ In this video, I’m using a play-silk to provide visual feedback of his deep breaths! This encourages him to take deeper breaths and rewards him with seeing the result of his action. 🌈 Teaching toddlers deep breathing can have a huge impact on their emotional development. Here’s how it helps 👇 😮‍💨 Emotional Regulation: Deep breathing helps toddlers manage their feelings, especially when they’re overwhelmed or frustrated. 😌 Stress Reduction: It calms the nervous system, helping them relax during stressful situations. 👍 Improved Focus: Learning to pause and breathe can enhance their attention span and ability to focus. 😴 Better Sleep: Deep breathing promotes relaxation, making it easier for little ones to unwind and get restful sleep. 💪 Self-Regulation Skills: It gives toddlers a simple tool to calm themselves down when they’re upset. The earlier you introduce these techniques, the more natural they become! Follow @thecalmcaterpillar for more fun and engaging breathing exercises to help your child develop these important skills!