As the new school term begins, parents often feel a mix of relief and worry. Parenting coach Camilla McGill shares four essential strategies to help your child adjust smoothly, both emotionally and practically.

• Prepare your child for drop-off with confidence.
  
  
• Streamline stressful morning routines.
  
  
• Create meaningful connection before school.
  
  
• Handle big after-school emotions and behaviour changes.

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Camilla also answers a listener’s question on motivating a slow-moving child in the mornings, sharing relatable stories and practical advice to help you start the school year with calm, confidence, and connection.

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00:00 Introduction: Back to School Emotions

00:45 Meet Your Parenting Coach: Camilla McGill

01:44 Tip 1: Emotional Preparation for Drop Off

03:58 Tip 2: Simplifying the Morning Routine

06:22 Tip 3: Building Morning Connections

08:21 Tip 4: Managing Big Feelings and Behavior Changes

11:01 Recap and Listener Question

12:41 Conclusion and Podcast Promotion

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