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Description:

In this episode of Kids With Big Emotions, Andi explores the hidden environmental stressors that might be impacting your child’s emotional well-being. From loud noises to synthetic fragrances, screens, and overstimulation, modern life bombards kids with triggers that can fuel emotional dysregulation without you even realizing it.

Andi helps parents understand how these invisible stressors can cause big emotions in children and offers practical tips on how to identify and reduce them. Whether your child is highly sensitive or you’re just beginning to recognize patterns of emotional overwhelm, this episode provides valuable insights into creating a calmer, more supportive environment.

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Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the types of environmental stressors that affect children’s emotions.
• Identifying hidden irritants in everyday life that may be contributing to emotional dysregulation.
• Practical strategies to reduce overstimulation and create a more supportive environment for your child.

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Halloween can be a magical time of year, but for kids with big emotions, it can also be full of anxiety and sensory overload.

In This Episode We Will Dive into: Common emotional responses children have during Halloween and how parents can support them. She introduces three types of emotional reactions: the Shark (always on high alert), the Clownfish (sticking close to home, anxious about the unknown), and the Turtle (wanting to retreat into their shell).

From uncomfortable costumes to the chaos of trick-or-treating, Andi offers practical advice on how to make Halloween a positive experience for your child. Whether your child loves Halloween but struggles afterward, or they’re anxious and overstimulated by the holiday, this episode will help you prepare and navigate these emotional hurdles.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding your child’s emotional response type: Shark, Clownfish, or Turtle.
• Tips for handling sensory overload, uncomfortable costumes, and loud noises.
• Strategies to help your child feel more comfortable and safe during Halloween activities.
• How to address the emotional aftermath of Halloween excitement and overstimulation.

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One of the most common frustrations parents face: relying on external systems like schools and specialists for their child's emotional and executive functioning support. Andi shares her own experiences and reflects on why schools often aren’t enough to address a child's unique needs, especially when it comes to emotional regulation.

Parents are often left feeling unsupported or misunderstood, and Andi explains why becoming an advocate for your child is crucial. She offers practical strategies and tips to empower parents to bridge the gap between external help and at-home support. You'll learn how to move from frustration to confidence as you take control of your child’s emotional journey.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding the Limits of School Support: While schools provide valuable resources, they often aren’t equipped to fully address individual emotional needs, leaving children feeling frustrated or overlooked.
2. Becoming Your Child’s Strongest Advocate: Andi highlights the importance of stepping up as a parent to support emotional regulation and executive functioning at home.
3. Tools for Emotional Regulation: Get actionable tips and strategies to help your child navigate big emotions and develop better coping skills both in and outside of school.

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