Calm Connection Parenting | Neurodivergent, Meltdowns, Emotional Regulation, DMDD, Tantrums, SPD, Defiance, Angry Behaviors
Ranked in the top 3% of podcasts globally! Tired of walking on eggshells… dreading the next meltdown? Exhausted by big emotions. defiance, and disobediance? Wondering why “traditional" parenting advice backfires with your strong-willed child?
I’m glad you’re here. This podcast helps you understand what’s behind your child's behavior, so you can respond with calm, stop second-guessing yourself, and build real connection with your neurodivergent or uniquely wired child.
Hi, I’m Jami… a mom of seven, professional counselor turned parenting coach, speaker, and author. And yes, even with training, I found myself stuck in the same cycle so many parents live in: meltdown… reaction… guilt… repeat. I was doing all the things that were “supposed” to work… but they didn’t.
Everything changed when I stopped treating behavior like the problem and started looking underneath it. When I learned to understand my child’s unique wiring (personality, sensory processing, executive functioning, and emotional needs), I finally had a roadmap. I didn’t need more tips… I needed clarity and a plan. And that clarity changed things.
If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm and stop parenting in survival mode, you’re in the right place. We’ll talk meltdowns, emotional dysregulation, defiance, ADHD, DMDD, anxiety, and more… along with practical steps that help your family move from chaos to calm… one episode at a time.
So grab your coffee, find your quiet spot (if you have one), and let’s jump in.
Start here: Take the FREE Emotional Forecast Quiz at CalmConnectionParenting.org and find your next best step.
Calm Connection Parenting | Neurodivergent, Meltdowns, Emotional Regulation, DMDD, Tantrums, SPD, Defiance, Angry Behaviors
70. What Do I Do Before, During, and After a Meltdown With An Emotionally Dysregulated Child?
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What should you do before, during or after a meltdown when parenting an ADHD, DMDD, neurodivergent or emotionally intense child?
If meltdowns leave you feeling panicked, unsure, or afraid of doing the wrong thing in the moment, this episode offers a clear, practical roadmap for navigating emotional dysregulation with calm and confidence.
In this episode of the Calm Connection Parenting Podcast, you’ll learn how timing — not effort or consistency — determines whether parenting tools actually work. Instead of trying to fix, teach, and discipline all at once, you’ll discover what matters when so you can respond more effectively and build trust with your child.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What to focus on before a meltdown by noticing early warning signs, body budget clues, and patterns that signal rising overwhelm
- Your role during a meltdown, including how calm presence, fewer words, and nervous system safety reduce escalation
- What needs to happen after a meltdown so repair, learning, emotional vocabulary, and problem-solving actually stick
- Why rushing consequences, apologies, or teaching too soon often backfires for neurodivergent and emotionally intense kids
This episode is especially helpful for parents navigating meltdowns, emotional dysregulation, sensory processing challenges, and executive functioning struggles in strong-willed or neurodivergent children.
If you’ve been craving structure instead of more tips, this episode will help you understand what to do before, during, and after a meltdown — without panic, guilt, or second-guessing.
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*Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified professional for individual support.
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