Program Type:
ParentingAge Group:
Adults- Registration is required for this event.
- Registration will open on April 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Program Description
Description
"Big Emotions, Big Reactions: Understanding What Your Child Is Really Communicating (Ages 4-8)" focuses on helping parents understand what is often underneath behaviors like meltdowns, shutdowns, and big reactions during transitions. During this workshop, we will explore why these moments happen from a developmental perspective and how behavior is often a child’s way of communicating they are overwhelmed, their frustration, or the skills they are still developing. Parents will leave with a clearer framework for understanding their child, along with practical strategies they can use in everyday situations like morning routines, transitions, sibling or peer conflict, and emotional outbursts.
This workshop is intended for parents and caregivers of children ages 4-8. Registration is required. Space is limited. Registration opens on Thursday, April 16.
About the presenter: Madison Friedman is a Child Development & Self-Regulation Specialist. She has a Master’s in Education and Human Development with a concentration in Special Education. She is the founder of Elevated Minds Growth Center in Fairfield County where she works directly with children ages 3-10 and partners with families to build the foundational skills that make everyday life feel easier. This includes emotional regulation, social dynamics, confidence, and executive functioning.
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