25. Polyvagal Theory and How it Relates to Parenting with Michelle Gaines

Motherhood Meets Medicine

Lynzy Coughlin

Medicine, Kids & Family, Health & Fitness

5 • 1.1K Ratings

🗓️ 14 July 2021

⏱️ 72 minutes

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Summary

If you aren’t familiar with polyvagal theory, Michelle Gaines is breaking it down for you in today’s episode. Polyvagal theory is not evidence based, but a set of theoretical principles. It relates to our emotional regulation, social connection, and fear response. In this discussion, we dive into what polyvagal theory is and how it can be applied to everyday interactions with ourselves, our children, and others. Michelle discusses fascinating topics such as how we experience safety and stress in our bodies and how we experience connection or disconnection. Michelle is a mother of two, Certified Conscious Parenting Coach, longtime educator, and founder of a trauma-informed education non-profit. Michelle combines her passion for education with her formal training in: The Conscious Parenting Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, the Neurobiology of Trauma, and more to support parents, educators and professionals. Matters discussed and referenced in this episode are in no way to be construed or substituted as psychological counseling, or any other type of therapy, or medical advice. If you are in crisis, please dial 911. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-8255. In this episode we discuss: -What exactly polyvagal theory is and is not -The two parts of the autonomic nervous system -The 3 organizing principles of polyvagal theory -Ways we can improve connection and communication as parents -What to do if you find yourself or your children in moments of dysregulation Resources Mentioned: -polyvagalinstitute.org -YouTube video Dr. Dan Siegal Presenting a Hand Model of the Brain Connect with Michelle: -michelle-gaines.com -Instagram: @michellegainescoaching -schedule your FREE 30-minute Zoom consult with Michelle Connect with me on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. For full show notes, head to lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/ Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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