Co-Regulation in Early Childhood: How Regulated Adults Build Regulated Children

Challenging Behaviors and Beyond Series | Session 2 Aired: April 2026 In this second session of the Thrive Center's Challenging Behaviors and Beyond webinar series, Thrive Center's Julia Sayles and Kelli McDermott are joined by Margit Nelson and Amy Smith from WNCSource (NC) to explore how regulation works in young children and the adults who care for them. Educators and consultants often hear "we need kids to be calm," but regulation isn't a flat line. It's the capacity to move in and out of stress while staying within your window of tolerance. And kids can't get there alone. In this session, we cover core principles and practical strategies. Featuring real voices from Head Start providers and educators across the country who shared what regulation looks like in their classrooms, programs, and own bodies. Strengthen co-regulation in your program, learn more about our certificate in consultation: https://thrivecenter.georgetown.edu/t...