Why do kids fall apart after school—even when the day seemed to go fine? In this episode, Scotti talks with psychotherapist Matthew Fishleder about what’s really behind after-school meltdowns and how parents can respond with more calm and confidence. You’ll learn why transitions, hunger, and exhaustion hit so hard, plus simple, practical strategies to make the after-school hours feel more manageable for your child and for you.

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