If you’re parenting a child who feels things deeply—and maybe even has explosive reactions when things don’t go their way—this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by parenting expert and clinical psychologist Rachel Bailey, and we’re talking all about how to raise emotionally intense kids without feeling like you’re constantly walking on eggshells.

We dive into:

• What it actually means to have a child with “big emotions”
• Why your child’s meltdowns are not a sign of failure (and what they’re really trying to communicate)
• What to do when you get dysregulated in the moment, too
• Simple tools for reducing daily power struggles and emotional outbursts
• How to teach emotional regulation outside of the meltdown moments

If you’ve ever wondered “Why does my child overreact like this?” or “How can I stay calm when they’re freaking out?”—you’ll walk away from this episode with clarity, compassion, and practical tools.

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