Today, I tackle a topic that’s been causing quite a stir in many households: After-School Restraint Collapse. You know, that moment when your little one comes home from school and just melts down after holding it all together all day? It’s a real thing, and it’s hitting kindergarteners, first graders, and second graders hard. In this episode, I share why it happens and how you can help your kids transition smoothly from the structured school environment to the calm of home. From allowing transition time to prioritizing outdoor play and early bedtimes, I cover strategies to make these after-school hours a little less chaotic and a lot more connected. Plus, I dive into the importance of playtime and how we can better balance homework with much-needed family time. Let’s navigate this together and ensure our kids get the support they need as they adapt to the demands of school life.(00:01:04) Emotional Meltdown: Kids Coping After School(00:08:03) Creating a Calm Homecoming for Schoolchildren(00:11:48) Recharging Through Outdoor Play: Kids' Vitality(00:17:40) "Bedtime Bonding: Nurturing After-School Connections"(00:21:55) The Impact of Excessive Homework on Elementary Students(00:27:24) Promoting Play for Child Development Success(00:29:59) Building Handwriting Skills Through Playful Activities(00:37:30) Supporting Children's Back-to-School Transition Mindfully ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jamie's Courses⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jamie's Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oh Crap! Cafe Parenting Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oh Crap! Potty Training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Oh Crap! I Have a Toddler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠