The journey from early childcare to kindergarten is filled with excitement, growth... and sometimes, big emotions. In this episode of The Ready, Set, Kindergarten Podcast, host Jennifer Andrews, Director of Early Childhood Strategies for Chattanooga 2.0, tackles one of the most challenging parenting moments: Tantrums.

When a child becomes inconsolable, it can feel overwhelming for everyone involved. But not all tantrums are bad, in fact, many are a healthy part of emotional development. This episode explores:

• What a “healthy” tantrum looks like

• Why young children have emotional outbursts

• How the brain processes stress and frustration at this age

• What parents can do in the moment to support—not suppress—their child’s feelings

• Long-term strategies for building emotional regulation and resilience

Jennifer is joined by three expert guests who offer compassionate, research-based insights:

• Dr. Allen Coffman, Pediatrician at Highland Pediatrics

• Dr. Beth Capecchi, Licensed Psychologist

• Lauren Hall, President & CEO of First Things First

Whether you're dealing with daily meltdowns or just want to be better prepared for the next emotional storm, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you respond with empathy, patience, and confidence.

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