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oh, to be pulled straight out of the tub and into a warm, soft towel, and pat dry by loving hands.

oh, to be slipped into the comfiest pajamas, smelling like sweetness and comfort, as my favorite plushie is handed to me.

oh, to be given a bottle of warm milk, or hot chocolate, and a few small cookies with fruits on the side.

oh, to be swaddled in a thick blanket, protected, and held safely in caring arms.

baby regressor who has a hard time trusting or showing interest and a cg who takes things slow and steady reassuring that its ok to not be super outgoing or extroverted

baby regressor who wont feel safe to come out of their shell until a comforting routine is made showing the baby ur not just gonna get bored and leave them when things r bad

baby regressor whos scared of affection and intimacy but wants to get there eventually and a cg who understands and is willing to wait

baby regressor who thinks theres always gonna be an ulterior motive behind the cg so they make themselves more closed off and a cg who works with them to break it all down

🌟 Take it easy, dont force fast healing on yourself! What you're feeling is an important message for what your body needs!

🐛 Turn the lights off, all of them! Try to sit in a dark room even just for 5 minutes! I usually cover my window, turns off the lights and put away the phone for a few minutes. It works as a fast way to cut out an overwhelming stimulus like the light!

🍄 Put your headphones on! This is a very important tip that I learnt in therapy! You don't need a fancy or canceling one, regular headphones works just great and if you don't have them put your head under the pillow for a few minutes. I used to do that as a kid, I didn't know that it was a sensory thing!

🧸 After you turned off the lights and wore your headphones, wait until you feel kinda okay and less bad then drink some water. Just a sip is enough. I know you feel like throwing up and the water taste is not great bust trust me your body needs it during a crisis! Remember just a sip is enough!

🧦Now it's the time for some stimming! Everyone stims! We autistic people need to stim more but I learnt that even neurotypicals can benefit from it! I usually close my eyes and rock back and forth! This is the best stim to express both happiness and discomfort. If you want to try something more, stand up and jump! Imagine yourself as Tiger from Winnie the Pooh! You can use music if you want! I use Sesame Street songs of the Count! Trust me it'll work!!

🍿 Finally, I guarantee you that after all of these steps you'll feel a little better, this is the time to eat something. I put this at the end because it's very difficult to eat something during a sensory overload episode. I know how hard is to even move your legs but trust me, just a bite will works immensely!

○ Here's a tiny list of easy foods that you can easily find in the kitchen to quickly eat:

Cracker

Banana

Chocolate

Peanut butter

Chips

Popcorn

Bread

Biscuit

Grapes

Cereal

● These are all food that are ready to eat right away, a bite and that's it! Don't worry if they're healthy enough, you need and deserve food, especially after a crisis.

🌈 I hope that I helped you and feel free to add your tips if you want! Remember to stay safe and take care of yourself! If you can do just one of these things, good job!!!! You're already did an amazing step for yourself!!! I'm so proud of you!!!

🧡 Shoutout to all the padded littles who need padding as a health/disability aid.

💛 Shoutout to all the padded littles who use padding for comfort or security.

💚 Shoutout to all the padded littles who have experienced harassment or judgement for using padding.

🩵 Shoutout to all the padded littles who use padding even when they’re not little.

💜 Shoutout to all the padded littles.

You are not alone. You are seen, you are loved, you deserve just as much respect and dignity as anyone else. It is so unfair to be sexualized or hated for using padding.

This post is PURELY SFW!!!!!

(I completely understand people’s personal discomfort with the topic. This isn’t saying people aren’t allowed to be uncomfortable with it)

🧸 1. Create a Safe Space

Find a private, quiet, and comfortable place.

Use soft lighting, cozy blankets, and items that feel safe.

If you have a caregiver (CG), let them know you're regressing. (If possible! some littles may be nonverbal <3)

🎨 2. Gather Comfort Items (Optional but Helpful)

Stuffies/plushies

Blankets or pacifiers

Sippy cups or bottles

Snacks (like applesauce, juice boxes, goldfish crackers)

Toys, coloring books, or sensory items

🎧 3. Choose Comforting Activities

Watch cartoons or kids’ movies

Color or play with toys

Listen to lullabies or soft music

Nap or cuddle with a stuffed animal

Use kids' apps or games

Talk in a childlike voice if it helps

🫧 4. Let Go of Adult Worries

Try to mentally "put away" responsibilities

Use affirmations like: "I am safe." "I don’t have to worry right now." "It’s okay to be small."

🛑 5. Set Limits

Set a timer if you have things to do later

Avoid regressing in unsafe or inappropriate environments

Practice self-care after regressing — drink water, reflect gently, and ease back into your usual mindset

Optional: Journaling or Memory Triggers

Some find it helpful to keep a regression journal or make a playlist of comforting songs, shows, or smells that help trigger the regressed mindset.

⚠️ Important Notes

Please keep an eye on yourself; keep safe when regressing.

Remind yourself: “It’s okay to need comfort.” There’s no shame in wanting to feel little or cared for.

You don’t have to “act like a child” — regression is about your internal experience, not outward behavior.