Big Feelings Are Normal
Strong emotions are a healthy part of development. Children are still learning to recognise and manage feelings, and they need our calm to borrow until they build their own.
Strategies That Help
- Stay calm and lower your voice during a meltdown
- Name the feeling: 'You're really frustrated right now'
- Offer a quiet, cosy space to reset
- Practise simple breathing together when calm
Final Thoughts
Connection comes before correction. With consistency and warmth, children gradually learn to ride the wave of big emotions on their own.