Nurtured Parent, Nurtured Child

Nurtured Parent, Nurtured Child I help mamas find patience in the storm of daily struggles with their kiddos. My name is Caitlyn Pearson Dunn. I am a mother of three children.

I help mothers find patience in the storm of daily struggles with less yelling. Raising children is hard work there’s no doubt about it and there is no guidebook or recipe to follow. I don’t even think it’s that instinctual. Yet it’s the most important thing we do in our lives. We are remembered by the lives we touched, not by the cars we drove, how much money we made or even the important positions we held. Life is about relationships. Through my blog I hope to build a community of people interested in slowing down and reflecting at least when it comes to parenting the next generation. I have a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Fairfield University and I received my Masters of Social Work from Fordham University. I found that the MSW required a lot of self-reflection and has helped me tremendously both personally and professionally. I have been helping families with young children for over 15 years. I learned so much from the parents and teachers that I worked with that it made me realize we need each other to be the best parents we can be.

Children who feel safe don't need to fight for power. Read that again, children who feel safe don't need to fight for po...
02/01/2026

Children who feel safe don't need to fight for power. Read that again, children who feel safe don't need to fight for power.

They cooperate because the relationship feels secure.

Do you want to become a safe parent, but you're just not sure where to start? Grab the Connected Parenting Blueprint, https://angelic-cloud-30239.myflodesk.com/blueprint.

When parents blame children- "She's just difficult.""Something is wrong with him."Shame enters the room. And shame is ne...
01/27/2026

When parents blame children-

"She's just difficult."
"Something is wrong with him."

Shame enters the room.

And shame is never good. It shuts down growth for everyone.

Responsibility isn't blame.
It's where your power lives.

Parents don't come to me asking to improve their connection with their child. They come asking me to fix their child. Wh...
01/22/2026

Parents don't come to me asking to improve their connection with their child. They come asking me to fix their child.

What they usually want is compliance-fast, quick, and no pushback.

But behavior is not the problem. It's the signal. And when we treat the signal like the issue, we miss what the child's nervous system is actually asking for.

Parenting doesn’t get easier when behavior is controlled—it gets easier when regulation comes first.
Learn more about working with me on my website, www.caitlyndunncounseling.com.

Look at our canine companions, full of love and loyalty. Their life is a testament to 'loving your very best and then le...
05/31/2024

Look at our canine companions, full of love and loyalty. Their life is a testament to 'loving your very best and then letting go.' A lesson we often forget in the hustle to perfect our parenting. But remember, our main job is to love our children wholeheartedly and let them soar. So, fellow dog lovers, what's a life lesson your dog has taught you? Share your thoughts below!

Is the saying 'while we teach, we learn' truer anywhere than in parenting? 🤔 Embrace the enchanting journey of growing w...
05/27/2024

Is the saying 'while we teach, we learn' truer anywhere than in parenting? 🤔 Embrace the enchanting journey of growing with your little ones and discovering the world anew through their eyes. 👀🌎 With every moment, we're not just teaching, but also learning, evolving, and emotionally regulating. Let's journey together, embracing this positive parenting. 🌱💖 Click the link in bio for more, and don't forget to share your thoughts in our poll. So, who's the real teacher in your house?

Overwhelm hitting hard? 🌪 Let movement be your secret weapon. 🏃‍♀️ Pull out your yoga mat, hit the living room dance flo...
05/24/2024

Overwhelm hitting hard? 🌪 Let movement be your secret weapon. 🏃‍♀️ Pull out your yoga mat, hit the living room dance floor, or take a refreshing walk in the park. Every move you make helps you shift your energy and reset your mind. 💪 Keeping yourself in check helps keep the kiddos in check, too. So, let's embrace this powerful tool and make a move. 💃🌈 Know a parent who needs to hear this? Pass the message on. 💌

Discover the power of emotional regulation and its transformative impact on parenthood in my latest blog post. Unveil th...
05/13/2024

Discover the power of emotional regulation and its transformative impact on parenthood in my latest blog post. Unveil the secret to calmer, more empathetic parenting that not only nurtures you, but empowers your children. It's not always a smooth journey, but the results are worth every bump on the road. Don't miss out on this game-changing piece of advice that could reshape your parenting experience 💖 Here's the post: https://www.caitlyndunncounseling.com/uncategorized/the-one-thing-you-should-embrace-to-master-positive-parenting-discipline/

💐 Mothers are the true architects of society. They build, they lead, they inspire. Wishing all the intelligent, fearless...
05/12/2024

💐 Mothers are the true architects of society. They build, they lead, they inspire. Wishing all the intelligent, fearless, trend-setting moms a very Happy Mother's Day! Thank you for breaking cycles and redefining norms 💪🏽💛

Ever felt like an unseen architect, meticulously shaping a future generation? That's motherhood for you. Invisible sacri...
05/11/2024

Ever felt like an unseen architect, meticulously shaping a future generation? That's motherhood for you. Invisible sacrifices, unending love, and a hope that what we're building is both beautiful and enduring. Today, I see you, mamma, and all your hard work. 🌻Save this post for those days when you need a reminder of your worth and share it with a fellow mom who lifts you up.

Motherhood opens up a whole new world - including confronting your triggers. It isn't easy hearing the constant fights, ...
05/09/2024

Motherhood opens up a whole new world - including confronting your triggers. It isn't easy hearing the constant fights, the noise, the whining. But believe it or not, this is an opportunity for healing, re-parenting, and breaking cycles that have been around for generations. It's a journey that therapy can support. Mommas, if you're breaking cycles in your home, let me see those hearts in the comments! ❤️

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