This conversation explores the topic of emotional regulation for parents. 

Christina and Kerri discuss the challenges of staying regulated amidst the responsibilities and overstimulation of parenting. 

They define emotional regulation as the ability to manage difficult emotions and stress. 

The conversation emphasizes the importance of tuning in to one's own needs and practicing self-care as a way to regulate emotions. 

They also discuss the role of parents in helping children develop emotional regulation skills and the importance of holding space for their feelings. 

The Christina and Kerri highlight the need to normalize and tolerate difficult emotions, both for parents and children.

Takeaways

• Emotional regulation is essential for parents to navigate the challenges and responsibilities of parenting.
• Tuning in to one's own needs and practicing self-care can help parents regulate their emotions.
• Parents should focus on holding space for their children's feelings and helping them develop emotional regulation skills.
• Normalizing and tolerating difficult emotions is important for both parents and children.

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