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Trauma Breathing for Kids: A Practical Toolkit for Caring Adults

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Trauma breathing is a simple, trauma-informed “belly breathing” practice that helps calm a child’s amygdala and nervous system. This toolkit offers step-by-step instructions and ready-to-use scripts for teachers, caregivers, law enforcement, health workers, and other adults who support traumatized children.