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Dec. 30, 2025

When Your Kid Has an Emotional Meltdown

When Your Kid Has an Emotional Meltdown
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How do you respond well when your child has a meltdown? Michelle Nietert tells Jim Daly about a time she navigated an emotional outburst with her young daughter. Plus, Danny gives you some tips for how to deal with a whining child.

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