What they’ll remember most is how it felt to be loved.

Turn meltdowns into moments of connection—with this free, 3-step guide that helps you respond with calm, not chaos.

The meltdown starts with something small—a toy in the wrong place, the red cup instead of the blue. And suddenly, it’s a full-blown spiral: tears, screams, a little body shaking with frustration.

You want to stay calm, to show up with love—but in that moment, it feels impossible.

But what if you had a simple way to meet those moments with confidence, instead of second-guessing yourself?

A way to respond with connection, not control?

That’s exactly what this guide is here to give you.

What If You Had a Simple Way to Handle Big Emotions?

(Practical steps. Calmer moments. Connection that lasts.)

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Surviving Meltdowns: A Parent’s Guide to Staying Calm & Handling Big Emotions

Inside

you’ll learn:

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Understand the science behind emotional outbursts and why they’re a normal part of development. Learn to spot the triggers and unmet needs behind big feelings—so you can respond with patience, not panic.

Why Meltdowns Happen

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A simple, proven approach to handling big emotions without escalating the moment. This framework helps you stay grounded, create safety, and guide your child toward emotional resilience.

The 3-Step Response

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Words shape behavior. Discover phrases that calm the chaos, build emotional intelligence, and foster cooperation—while avoiding common language that adds fuel to the fire.

What to say and not to say

(Start building the kind of connection that turns meltdowns into moments that matter.)

And because sometimes reading isn’t enough, I’ve included a little something extra for you when you download the guide—something that makes these tools even easier to apply in real life. You’ll see it in your inbox!

Speech language pathologist and parenting expert Charlene Christianson helps parents handle big emotions with confidence. Learn science-backed strategies for calmer, happier kids.

Meet Charlene—Here to Walk With You

Parenting is the one job we’re expected to just know how to do. But when the meltdowns happen and the emotions feel too big, no one hands you a guidebook.

That’s where Charlene comes in.

For over 22 years, she’s sat with families—on living room floors, during the hard moments, helping them find calm, confidence, and connection. As a Licensed Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and Early Intervention Coach, Charlene brings deep expertise and a heart for parents who just want to know they’re doing okay.

And if she’s learned one thing, it’s this:

“You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be present.”

This guide is her gift to you—a small shift that can make big emotions feel a little less scary… and a lot more manageable.

 (Because connection starts with feeling supported.)