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Ep #164 Stop Fixing Your Kid's Meltdowns (Here's What to Do Instead)

Ep #164 Stop Fixing Your Kid's Meltdowns (Here's What to Do Instead)

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Let’s be real for a second…

Tantrums are loud.
Messy.
Embarrassing.
And if you’re anything like me, they’ve probably made you question your entire parenting strategy more than once.

But what if a meltdown isn’t something to “fix” or “stop”?
What if it’s actually your child’s nervous system waving a white flag saying,
“This is too much—I need help.”

In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason behind tantrums, emotional outbursts, and “off-track” behavior—and how to show up with calm, confidence, and connection (instead of panic, bribes, or shame).

Here’s what we’ll cover:

  • Why your child’s meltdown is NOT a parenting failure (yours or theirs)
  • What’s actually happening in your child’s brain and body during a tantrum
  • How to respond without rushing in to fix, stop, or distract
  • Why frustration is a necessary part of emotional development
  • A grocery store tantrum story that will make you feel instantly less alone 🙃
  • What science tells us about the power of crying (yep, even the chemistry of tears)
  • How to help your child go from “mad” to “sad”—and then back to calm

By the end of this episode, you’ll feel more grounded, more compassionate, and way more confident in your ability to support your child through the storm without losing yourself in it.

This isn’t about stopping meltdowns.
It’s about learning what to do when they come—because they will.

And now, you’ll be ready.

See you inside,
Andee

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