Auntie Nat Helps With Big Parenting Emotions

<p class="p1">| S14 EP3 | Nat Vikitsreth is a licensed clinical psychotherapist and child development specialist, and host of the Come Back to Care Podcast. She shares her personal journey, growing up in Bangkok, Thailand, and embracing her identity as a trans woman. Nat's work goes beyond therapy; she offers vital support to the queer community by being the "trans auntie of the village, loving up on other parents, especially queer parents." She discusses the importance of self-awareness and being present with our children. Her message reminds parents (especially Jaimie 😜) to give themselves grace as they navigate the complexities of parenting.</p> <p class="p1">"Queer Parents. We got this." - Nat</p> <p class="p1"><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">Balancing the pressure to protect and prepare our children with the need to be present and connected.</li> <li class="li1">Self-awareness and recognizing our own patterns and reactions is crucial in being present with our children.</li> <li class="li1">Slowing down, pausing, and taking a breath can help us respond to our children's needs in a more present and connected way.</li> <li class="li1">Give yourself grace as a parent and acknowledge that you are doing your best.</li> </ul> <p class="p1"><strong>Quotes:</strong></p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li1">"We tend to put our parenting values in the backseat when worries and fears take over." - Nat</li> <li class="li1">"The threats are real, but we need to balance being present with our children so that they feel seen, heard, and loved for who they are." - Nat</li> <li class="li1">"If we're not soothed, we can't soothe our child." - Nat</li> <li class="li1">"All you parents out there who are doing your damn best. Give yourself grace. We all fuck up." - Jamie</li> <li class="li1">"That one thing in a day is so important." - Nat</li> </ul> <p class="p1">If you like the episode, make sure to leave us a review and support The Queer Family Podcast on <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/thequ