As parents and carers, we all want to support our children as they grow, from the early years through to adolescence. But when big feelings show up as big behaviour, it can be hard to know what to do in the moment, no matter your child’s age.
In this warm and practical webinar, parenting expert, author and presenter Karen Young will help you make sense of what is going on beneath your child’s behaviour and offer simple, realistic ways to respond that build connection and emotional strength over time.
Designed for parents and carers of both primary-aged children and teenagers, this session recognises that while children and teens express emotions differently, their need for understanding, safety and connection remains the same. You will gain insights and strategies that can be adapted to suit your child at different stages of development.
Together, we will explore:
- why big feelings happen and what they are telling us across childhood and adolescence
- how children and teens rely on trusted adults during emotional moments
- practical ways to respond to challenging behaviour with calm and clarity at different ages
- how to set boundaries in ways that strengthen relationships
- what helps children and young people build their emotional skills over time
- how to reconnect after difficult moments, including as children grow older and more independent
You will also be encouraged to reflect on your own role as a steady, reassuring presence in your child’s life, whether you are supporting a younger child or navigating the complexity of the teenage years.
This session is about supporting, not perfecting. You will leave with a deeper understanding of your child at any age, along with simple strategies you can use straight away to support their wellbeing and your relationship.
Places are limited, and this webinar is offered free of charge to parents and carers in our school communities.
We warmly encourage you to register early by clicking the link below:
‘Big feelings, big emotions and big behaviour’ webinar led by Karen Young – Fill out form
Key webinar details:
Date: Wednesday 3 June
Time: 7.00pm- 8.00pm (presentation), followed by Q&A
Location: Via a webinar.
Cost: Free
Presenter: Karen Young
Host: Catholic Schools Maitland-Newcastle
Audience: Parents and carers of children and teens enrolled in a Catholic school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle
Register: ‘Big feelings, big emotions and big behaviour’ webinar led by Karen Young – Fill out form
Important notes:
- Once you register (via completing the form below) a link to the webinar will be sent to you a few days prior to the webinar.
- If you cannot attend the webinar at the time it is being presented, you are still encouraged to register as a link to the recording will be sent to you, a few days later.
For any questions about this webinar, please email lizzie.watkin@mn.catholic.edu.au
To find out about other upcoming webinars hosted by Catholic Schools Maitland-Newcastle and other trusted providers, visit
Parent and carer information sessions and webinars | Catholic Schools Maitland-Newcastle
