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A therapeutic haven in Adelaide, South Australia, dedicated to bringing calm into the lives of our children

26/03/2026

So many parents blame themselves when things feel hard.

Often, there’s a deeper layer - and sleep is part of that picture more often than we think.

I’ve broken this down by age in a FREE GUIDE for you. Link in bio 🤍

25/03/2026

If your child has felt harder to support lately - this might be part of the picture.

Sleep deprivation doesn’t just affect nights. It affects emotional regulation, behaviour, attention and resilience.

Which is why things can suddenly feel bigger, louder and more intense.

This is something we see often in psychology.

Not a “behaviour problem”. A capacity problem.

If you’re unsure what’s actually normal at your child’s age - or whether sleep might be playing a role - I’ve created a FREE GUIDE to walk you through it.

You can download it via the link in my bio 🤍

23/03/2026

Progress in sleep often looks like two steps forward, one step back.

Save for later or share with someone who needs reminding today 🤍

19/03/2026

Since there are so many new faces here, I thought it was a good time to reintroduce myself.

I’m Brooke - a psychologist and the founder of Calm Space Psychology. I support children, teenagers, and families as they navigate sleep challenges, emotional regulation, behaviour, and developmental transitions.

In my work, I’ve seen just how closely sleep and emotional wellbeing are linked - and how overwhelming it can feel for parents trying to make sense of all the conflicting advice out there.

This space is here to offer practical, evidence-informed guidance to help you move toward calmer nights and more settled days.

If you’re here, I’m so glad you’ve found your way. 🤍

If you’re looking for a gentle place to start, you can download my free guide, From Bedtime Battles to Calm Nights - filled with practical strategies to support your child’s sleep and wellbeing. See link in bio 🤍

23/02/2026

Meet Gertie 🐾🤍

Our wellbeing dog at Calm Space Psychology.

For many clients, a calm presence in the room can make those first moments feel a little safer.

Gertie helps create a gentle, welcoming environment, especially for clients who feel anxious about getting started.
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21/02/2026

Connection often lives in the language that feels like home.

Name feelings simply.
Use your home language.
Add a "because".
Repair with words.

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20/02/2026

Parenting through tiredness is hard.

If you’re carrying a lot, start small: drink water, sit down, ask for help, take the shortcut.

Your nervous system matters.

Tag a caregiver who deserves softness.
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19/02/2026

When toddlers hit, it’s not about aggression, it’s communication.
Their nervous system is saying “I’m overwhelmed.”
Your calm response helps them learn what words can’t yet express. 💭

🤍 Stay calm and block gently.
🤍 Name the feeling, not the action.
🤍 Show safer ways to express anger.
🤍 Repair after the moment — that’s where learning happens.

Every “hit” moment is really a teaching moment for both you and your child.
That’s how emotional regulation and better sleep begin.

Because calm days nurture calmer nights.

Want to understand how emotional regulation supports sleep?
🌙 Tap the link in bio to explore our gentle sleep and connection guides for families.
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18/02/2026

We recently re-watched a great reel from .cubs that makes SO much sense.

We don’t teach our children maths by punishing them when they get a sum wrong, & we don’t teach them reading & writing by punishing them when they make a spelling error. Instead we SHOW them the steps to do the maths sum, & TEACH them how to spell the word.

So why do we punish children for making mistakes with their behaviour?

Discipline means to teach, not to punish. So, if punishment is off the table, what next?

We find the following questions useful when we’re trying to work out what & how to teach children when it comes to behaviour:

• What might this behaviour be communicating?
• What skills would help my child handle this differently next time?

What do you think? Does this resonate with you? Drop a 🤍 if it does!
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17/02/2026

As we celebrate Lunar New Year (Year of the Horse) 🧧,
it’s common for routines—especially sleep—to feel a little off.
Both celebration and wobble can be true.

Gentle support for the nights after.
Save for later.
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12/02/2026

Toddler sleep is often about boundaries + safety (not willpower).

If bedtime feels like a nightly negotiation, this framework helps you stay warm and consistent.

For the full step-by-step routine + wording, see Calmer Bedtimes for Toddlers in the Calm Collection (link in the comment section). 🤍
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11/02/2026

Your child is learning how to manage big feelings by watching how you move through yours. When you stay steady — even imperfectly — you give them something to anchor to.
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This doesn’t mean you need to be calm all the time. You’re human. You get overwhelmed. You get tired. And that’s okay.
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But each time you pause, breathe, and choose connection over reaction, you show them what safety feels like. You model what it looks like to come back to centre.
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Your calm isn’t about perfection — it’s about presence.
And that presence becomes the safest place in their world.
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You’re doing beautifully. One calm moment at a time. 🤍
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Address

260A Portrush Road
Beulah Park, SA
5068

Website

http://www.calmspacepsychology.com.au/

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