Nurturing the Nervous System from Birth to Six: Supporting Young Children’s Emotional Foundations
- Nora Nur Nalinci

- Nov 12
- 1 min read
Introduction
The first years of life shape the foundation of a child’s emotional and physical well-being. From the gentle rhythm of a mother’s heartbeat to the calm tone of a caregiver’s voice, every sound, touch, and glance teaches the body one essential truth: I AM SAFE.
The Awakening Series was created to illuminate this delicate connection between the nervous system, early experience, and love. Through the lens of the vagus nerve and the wisdom of energy healing, the upcoming 15-part series weave science, spirit, and practical care into a journey of healing — for both the child and the caregiver.
You’ll explore how rhythm, breath, touch, acupressure, music, and gentle presence help the developing nervous system thrive.
Each post offers simple ways to nurture calm, support emotional balance, and build lifelong resilience — guided by the belief that connection is the first medicine.
*️⃣ When we learn to regulate ourselves, we teach our children how to live in peace within their own bodies.
This series is for parents, caregivers, educators, and healers — anyone who holds space for a child’s emotional world and seeks to meet it with tenderness and wisdom.
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Stay tuned for Part 1: The Magic of the Vagus Nerve in Early Life


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