Help! I Have Kids!
Help! I Have Kids! is the podcast for moms who are doing their best, asking all the right questions, and still wondering if something’s being missed. Hosted by Pam—a mom of five and pediatric occupational therapist with 35 years of experience—this show helps you trust your gut, advocate for your child, and partner with professionals without the overwhelm.
Each week, you’ll get practical tips, real-life stories, and heartfelt encouragement from experts and fellow moms who’ve been in your shoes. Because, as moms, we are the head of our child's medical team!
Help! I Have Kids!
After-School Meltdowns: What’s Happening to Your Child’s Nervous System?
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Are you picking up a happy child from school, only to have them explode into a massive meltdown the second you walk through the front door? You aren’t doing anything wrong—your child is experiencing After-School Restraint Collapse!
In this episode, Pam Marshall (Occupational Therapist and mom of 5) breaks down exactly what is happening to your child’s nervous system after holding it together all day at school. She shares relatable, practical OT tips to help your child co-regulate, reset, and transition smoothly from school to home without the daily after-school battle.
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