Respectful parenting has quietly evolved. Many families are moving away from managing behavior alone and toward understanding what’s happening underneath it. When we view kids through a nervous system lens, moments that once felt frustrating start to make more sense. This approach does not lower expectations. It changes how we support kids in reaching them. Boundaries, curiosity, and repair work best when safety is present in the body, not just the environment. And adults are part of that system too. Our capacity, stress, and support shape every interaction. If you want a deeper nervous-system-informed approach to parenting kids ages 5–12, comment BOOK to learn more about Big Kids, Bigger Feelings. #respectfulparenting #nervoussystemparenting #regulationbeforebehavior #bigkidsparenting #parenting2026 emotionallyhealthykids connectedparenting