Why Your Child Melts Down After School & What To Do About It

Why do kids “lose it” - and why do we lose it with them?In this highlight episode, Dr Holly Symons from Rising IQ explains:• Why children under 7 can’t regulate their emotions alone• What’s happening in your child’s brain during a meltdown• Why your nervous system matters more than you think• How to stay calm when your child is dysregulated• The difference between validation and “giving in”• Why boundaries actually make children feel safeWe talk about emotional intelligence in families, school-to-home transitions, restraint collapse, and how your own childhood can show up in your parenting.Because parenting isn’t about ending the tantrum - it’s about holding the space.If you’ve ever Googled “why does my child behave worse at home?” or “how do I regulate my child’s emotions?” - this conversation is for you.