In this powerful episode, Dr. Barbara Sorrels, renowned early childhood expert and author of Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma and Trauma-Sensitive Care for Infants, Toddlers, and Two-Year-Olds, joins us to explore what it truly means to care for young children impacted by trauma.

Dr. Sorrels shares heartfelt stories and actionable strategies from her decades of experience working with children, families, and educators. From recognizing the subtle signs of trauma in infants to creating responsive, healing environments, this conversation is filled with wisdom and practical tools every early childhood professional can use.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What trauma-sensitive care looks like in infant-toddler classrooms
• How even medical trauma at birth can impact brain development
• Subtle signs of trauma in preverbal children
• The power of rhythm, movement, and connection in calming dysregulated children
• How to build trust and rapport with families—even when trauma is present in the home
• Self-care strategies for educators facing compassion fatigue
• Why responsive care is more important than ever—and what systems and policies can better support it