My Child Has Big Emotions

Does your child become frustrated easily, have emotional outbursts, or struggle to recover after disappointment? Emotional regulation is a skill that can be developed with practice and support.

 

Common Signs

• Frequent meltdowns

• Difficulty calming down

• Strong reactions to small problems

• Frustration during learning

• Trouble handling changes in routine

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Coach Tippy's Tips

✓ Stay calm and model self-regulation

✓ Create predictable routines

✓ Use visual emotion charts

✓ Practice calming strategies before they're needed

 

Try These Brain Boost Activities

• Balloon Breathing

• Slow Stretching

• Yoga Poses

• Rhythm Drumming

 

Recommended Regulation Tools

• Stress Balls

• Sensory Fidgets

• Weighted Lap Pad

• Emotion Cards

 

Related Resources

• Helping Children Manage Big Feelings

• Neuro-Fitness for Emotional Regulation

• Creating a Calm-Down Corner