The Hidden Weight Special Needs Parents Carry

Описание: Parenting a neurodivergent child can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re carrying emotional baggage from your own past. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explains how recognizing our triggers, practicing self-compassion, and focusing on repair can transform how we show up for our kids.

🎙 Guest: Dr. Nanika Coor
Clinical psychologist | Host of Project Parenthood | Founder of Brooklyn Parent Therapy
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Project Parenthood Podcast
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👤 Host: Patrick Weir
Founder of Parenting Pivot — honest conversations, expert guidance, and real stories for parents of neurodivergent and special needs kids. Learn more → parentingpivot.com

🧠 Topics Covered in This Episode:

Why past trauma affects how we parent

What emotional triggers look like (and how to catch them early)

What "good enough parenting" actually means

How to practice self-compassion — even when you’ve messed up

What a real parent-child repair sounds like

🔖 Chapters

00:00 Intro – The Weight We Carry
01:12 Past Experiences & Parenting
03:26 Emotional Triggers Explained
07:07 Lessons from Parenting Regrets
11:42 Self-Compassion for Parents
15:55 How to Repair with Your Child
19:02 Mindful Parenting Starts with Awareness
22:15 Self-Regulation in Real Life
25:14 Final Thoughts + Where to Find Dr. Coor

🔍 Keywords

Parenting, neurodivergent, emotional triggers, self-compassion, mindful parenting, repair, special needs parenting, intergenerational trauma, good enough parenting, Dr. Nanika Coor

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