This episode has it all -- neuroscience, parenting, and real life stories. Dorothy Stewart and Alexandra Dutton are joined by Julie Kurtz, MFT who has written two books on trauma. She works with young children who have experienced trauma as well as their teachers and caregivers. Trauma is experienced by 50% of children under the age of 8. The good news: With knowledge of how to help children feel safe and discuss their emotions, we can help them move past events that can otherwise permanently affect their brains.

See Julie's websites: www.optimalbrainintegration.com/ and www.juliekurtz.com/

Her books:

Culturally Responsive Self-Care Practices for Early Childhood Educators. Nicholson, J., Shimpi Driscoll, P., Kurtz, J., Marquez, D., and Wesley, L. (2019)

Trauma-Informed Practices for Early Childhood Educators: Relationship-Based Approaches that Support Healing and Build Resilience in Young Children. Nicholson, J., Perez, L., & Kurtz, J. Routledge. (2018)

Some recommended books: www.optimalbrainintegration.com/children-s-books

Also, yes, that's Alex's son trying to get her attention whispering "Mama!" Sorry :)