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Are you seeing more meltdowns, defiance, or dysregulation as the school year comes to an end?

Wondering why your strong-willed or neurodivergent child seems more overwhelmed lately?

Do you find yourself reacting faster and wishing you could stay calm and connected in those moments?

Praying for peace but feeling like everything is just a little harder right now?

In this episode, we’re unpacking why meltdowns and dysregulation often increase at the end of the school year especially for your strong-willed or neurodivergent child (ADHD, ASD, PDA, or ODD).

As routines shift and emotional exhaustion builds, your child’s nervous system can become overwhelmed, leading to more defiant behavior, emotional outbursts, and disconnection.

But mama, it’s not just your child...this season impacts you too. We’ll talk about how emotional regulation, present parenting, and building connection start with understanding what’s happening beneath the surface for both of you.

You’ll learn how to pause, respond instead of react, and begin becoming a more present parent, even in the middle of chaos. This episode will help you reframe what you’re seeing, so you can move from frustration to compassion and from pressure to peace. You are not failing you are navigating a season, and peace is still possible.

This week, when a meltdown or moment of dysregulation happens, pause and take one breath. Ask yourself, “What’s happening underneath this moment?” Then choose one small way to respond with calm instead of reacting from overwhelm.

This month is my birthday month, and I wanted to do something simple to give back to this amazing community of mamas.

I’m giving away a $25 Amazon gift card to one listener!

• Leave a review for Parenting Beyond Meltdowns on Apple Podcasts • Before submitting, take a screenshot of your review • Email it to: amanda@amandacalfee.com OR • Share it inside the Facebook group under the giveaway post: Facebook Post

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The giveaway runs Monday, May 11th through Friday, May 15th, and I’ll announce the winner the following week!

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I am not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information shared in this podcast, my coaching, and any Young Living recommendations are for educational and faith-based encouragement only. Nothing shared is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any physical or mental health condition. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider or licensed therapist for concerns regarding your or your child’s health, emotions, or well-being.