Ever feel like you blinked and suddenly your sweet elementary schooler is dealing with big emotions, social drama, and maybe even puberty? 

You're not alone! In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Sheryl Gonzalez-Ziegler, a clinical psychologist and bestselling author, to dive into her newest book, "The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood". Dr. Ziegler sheds light on why these 6- to 12-year-old years are so important (and often overlooked!) and gives actionable advice on how to support your child's emotional, social, and mental health during this time.

We tackle tough topics like why kids are facing more pressure than ever (seriously, what IS that new math?), how to prioritize emotional intelligence over academics (because surviving the playground is way more important than the Pythagorean theorem, right?), navigating the tricky world of screens and social media (where we're all just trying to keep up!), and effective strategies for emotional regulation (for both you and your kiddo, because let's face it, meltdowns are a family affair).

We’ll help you connect with your child, decode their tween/teen-ish behavior, and maybe, just maybe, avoid completely losing it before they hit high school. Consider this your survival guide to the "forgotten years" – it's a wild ride, but we're in this together!

Resources We Shared:

Get The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6-12)

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