Foundation review draft

Words for Big Feelings

A draft framework for parent language, connection, and practical next steps during emotionally intense moments.

Review boundary This is a product framework, not parent-facing guidance. Clinical language, age guidance, and safety or referral notes remain in review.

Big feelings toolkit

Reusable package structure

Four formats, one clear next step.

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Parent guide

The language guide

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Pocket prompt

Pause and choose

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Visual cards

Connection cards

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Reflection sheet

What helped?

The language guide. A review draft for the tone, boundaries, and kinds of language this package may include.

Pause and choose. A compact, parent-facing prompt intended to support a calmer response in the moment.

Connection cards. Simple cards that could help families name what is happening and choose a next step together.

What helped?. A pattern-noticing worksheet designed for reflection, not diagnosis or assessment.

Review conversation

What needs an expert decision?

Which parent phrases are accurate, helpful, and within the product's scope?
What should the package say when a child or family needs professional support?
How should language change by age or developmental stage?
Which practical resource would make this useful in a real, difficult moment?

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Gathering your next step.

Just a moment.