Emotional Regulation & Communication

A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Big Emotions Through Language
Helping children feel understood, calm, and connected — through communication.
By Yasmin Akhtar, Speech & Language Therapist

Emotional Regulation & Communication is a practical, supportive guide for parents helping children navigate big emotions. Written by a Speech & Language Therapist, this downloadable PDF explains how communication and emotional regulation are closely connected, and how simple language-based strategies can reduce meltdowns, frustration, and overwhelm. With clear explanations and realistic advice, it helps parents support calm, connection, and emotional understanding in everyday life — especially when communication feels hard.