Heidi At Home
Heidi Skudder
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We've all been there. Your child gets through the school day, their teacher tells you they've had a lovely day... and then the moment they walk through the front door, they completely fall apart. So what on earth is going on? In this mini episode of Heidi at Home, I explore the science behind after-school meltdowns and why they're often a sign that your child feels safe enough to let their guard down with you. We look at what happens to a child's nervous system throughout the school day, how hours of concentrating, following instructions, managing friendships, coping with sensory input and regulating emotions can leave them emotionally depleted by home time, and why their behaviour isn't simply about being "naughty" or "attention seeking." I'll also explain why understanding your child's nervous system can completely change the way you respond in these moments, helping you move from reacting to the behaviour to recognising the need underneath it. In this episode, you'll learn: Why after-school meltdowns are so common.The role your child's nervous system plays in their behaviour.Why children often save their biggest emotions for the people they feel safest with.Simple, practical ways to support regulation after school.How small changes to your after-school routine can make a big difference.If you've ever wondered why your child seems to unravel the moment they get home, this episode will help you see those moments through a completely different lens. Because sometimes, what looks like difficult behaviour is actually a child whose nervous system is simply asking for a chance to recover.
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