Exploring the Foundations of Emotional Regulation
What will you learn?
Join us as we delve into the interconnected concepts of emotional regulation, arousal regulation, and self-regulation—key building blocks of a child’s ability to manage their emotions, behaviours, and reactions to the world around them.
This engaging session offers valuable insights into how children develop these essential skills over time, and how factors like environment, sensory input, and developmental stage play a role.
Discover how emotional regulation helps children identify and express their feelings appropriately, how arousal regulation supports their ability to stay calm and alert, and how self-regulation ties it all together—enabling them to pause, think, and respond rather than react.
Whatever role you may have working with children, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of the science behind regulation, as well as practical strategies to support children in building resilience, independence, and emotional well-being.
Why this topic is important?
When we are in kinders we hear:
- “We have lots of kids needing our time, and we don’t know how to also help kids with big feelings.”
- “Transitioning between activities, meals, and indoor/outdoor time brings meltdowns and hitting.”
- “I don’t know if it’s anxiety, autism, or something else.”
These are real challenges that impact not only the children and families, but the wellbeing of the educators supporting them.
This is why this topic is so important. It’s not just about managing emotions—it’s about understanding what’s underneath.
Through this learning, kinder teams can feel supported, less overwhelmed, and more united in their approach—while creating safe, calm and connected environments where all children can thrive.
Why Allay?
We are experienced paediatric occupational therapists who regularly support kindergartens through SRF-funded programs, individual therapy, and educator coaching.
We’ve walked alongside many kinder teams and have heard the same concerns time and time again—about big emotions, challenging behaviours, tricky transitions, and sensory overwhelm.
That’s why we’ve created a safe, dedicated space just for early childhood teams.
A space to grow knowledge, gain practical strategies, and receive tailored guidance that truly fits your centre, your kids, and your team. We know what matters in kinder—and we’re here to walk with you.
