EP. 8: Why Summer Feels So Hard—and What to Do About It

😵‍💫 "Summer Is SO Hard!" Why Your Kids Melt Down When School Ends (+ The Nervous System Secret That Changes Everything)

Are you dreading summer break because your kids can't handle the lack of routine? Or maybe you love freedom but your children fall apart without structure? Here's why—and what actually works.

WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:
✅ The 2 types of summer moms and why both struggles are REAL
✅ Why sensitive kids completely unravel without school structure
✅ How chiropractic care creates adaptable nervous systems that can handle change
✅ The truth about "nervous system regulation hacks" (spoiler: most don't work)
✅ Why your vagus nerve exercises aren't fixing the deeper problem
✅ How to help sensory-seeking kids thrive during unstructured time

PERFECT FOR MOMS WHO:
Dread summer because their kids become different people without routine
Love summer freedom but feel guilty when their kids struggle
Have tried all the "nervous system hacks" with little success
Want their family to actually enjoy summer instead of just survive it

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
00:25 Understanding the Two Types of Summer Moms
01:20 Challenges of Summer for Sensitive Kids
01:52 The Role of Chiropractic Care in Nervous System Adaptability
02:19 Exploring Nervous System Regulation
03:08 Common Misconceptions and Effective Strategies
05:00 The Importance of Chiropractic Adjustments
06:19 Debunking Nervous System Regulation Hacks
09:15 The Vagus Nerve and Chiropractic Care
10:20 Comprehensive Approach to Pediatric Chiropractic Care
11:34 The Importance of Safety and Regulation
12:11 Empowering Choices in Bedtime Routines
12:47 Chiropractic Care and Sensory Seeking
13:24 Understanding Care Plans and Maintenance
14:37 Rewiring the Brain for Optimal Function
18:16 Adapting Sensitive Kids for Summer

BOTTOM LINE: Summer doesn't have to be survival mode. Your kids CAN learn to adapt and thrive.

ABOUT YOUR HOSTS:
Dr. Serena Coffman & Dr. Veronica Schiltz help families create nervous systems that can handle life's changes—including summer chaos!