This week, we’re focusing on a skill that’s easy to overlook but absolutely essential: self-advocacy.
Because as much as we want to protect our kids forever, they need to learn how to speak up for themselves—at school, with friends, and in those tricky in-between moments when you’re not there to do it for them.
✨ This Week’s Edition at a Glance
🔮 The Lifelong Skill Your Child Will Thank You For
This week’s blog breaks down how to build your child’s self-advocacy muscle so you can breathe easier and they can feel more confident.
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🧸 Our Latest Toy Discovery: Worth the Hype
The Calm Down Kit from Fisher-Price and Big Little Feelings drops August 20—and it’s a regulation game-changer.
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🎥 Wonder: Your Next Family Movie Night Pick
Auggie’s story is a powerful example of what it looks like when a child finds their voice—and uses it.
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🔮 WHAT YOU NEED MOST RIGHT NOW
The Lifelong Skill Your Child (and You) Will Be Grateful For
This week’s blog post is all about helping your child build the vital skill of self-advocacy. From recognizing what they need to actually saying it out loud, we’ll walk you through how to nurture your child’s voice so they can stand up for themselves even when you aren’t there. Because your child deserves to feel confident in their ability to speak up for themselves and you deserve some relief from always being the translator.
If you’ve ever wished your child had the words to say “I need a break” before the meltdown hits, this one’s for you.
🧸 SENSITIVE-APPROVED!
We Found a Brand-New Toy Worth Pre-Ordering
We just came across an exciting new product from Fisher-Price and we’re kind of blown away. Launching August 20th, the Big Little Feelings Calm Down Kit is like a tiny emotional regulation toolkit for toddlers.
Plus it's extra special because it comes with an exclusive mini-course from Big Little Feelings to help you handle tantrums with more confidence, while your child learns to name their emotions and practice calming strategies.
We’re genuinely impressed that companies are finally creating products like this—ones that meet sensitive kids where they’re at and help build real self-regulation skills.
👉 Pre-order it here—you’ll want this in your toolkit.
🎥 WHAT WE JUST WATCHED
Why Wonder Should Be Your Next Family Movie Night
We finally watched Wonder and wow, it really hits home. Based on the bestselling novel by R.J. Palacio, this heartwarming film follows Auggie Pullman, a 10-year-old boy with a craniofacial difference, as he enters mainstream school for the first time. It's about bravery, kindness, and what it means to show up in a world that doesn’t always know what to do with difference.
The way Auggie finds his voice is truly inspiring. Whether he’s setting boundaries with classmates, asking for what he needs, or reminding the adults around him that he’s more than just his diagnosis—it’s a masterclass in self-advocacy and the perfect watch for any sensitive child learning to stick up for themselves.
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