The after-daycare transition can be one of the hardest times of the day. Kids are exhausted, parents are juggling dinner prep and family needs, and emotions often boil over into tears and meltdowns.
In this episode, I share how a simple after-daycare “fruit snack” became a bridge between daycare and home - helping my child regulate, reset, and transition more calmly. You’ll hear why this small ritual works, some of the unexpected side benefits, and why meeting kids’ sensory and emotional needs at this tricky time makes the whole evening smoother.
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