Parenting Your Sensitive Child with Dr. Ceara Deno

Heal Your Relationships · Jan 29, 2026 · 46m

Last week, we talked about two toxic emotions that can get triggered in children — even by loving, well-intentioned parents.

This week is a beautiful follow-up… because many parents aren’t just parenting a child with big feelings — they’re parenting a sensitive child… while being sensitive themselves.

And that combination can feel tender, intense, and confusing:

You want to acknowledge your child’s emotions and hold clear boundaries…

but in the moment, everyone’s nervous system can spiral together.

So in today’s episode, Erica and I sit down with Dr. Ceara Deno — a newborn medicine physician…