Raising Highly Sensitive Kids. No Filter.
Ever blurted out “Calm down!” in the middle of a meltdown… only to watch it make everything worse?
Yeah. Same.
It’s wild how fast our frustration can take over—how quickly we go from “gentle parenting” to “stop that right now!” without even thinking. But those moments shouldn't be about control. And when we know what not to say, we can start showing up in a way that actually helps.
So if you’ve ever felt like you're failing because your kid melts down and your words just make it worse, then this week’s issue is just for you.
✨ In this issue:
😡 Never say this during a meltdown, here’s what actually helps
🛍️ Prime Day deals you can’t miss (great savings alert!)
🍳 The show we binged all weekend and why it hit so hard
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🔮 WHAT YOU NEED MOST RIGHT NOW
The Hardest Parenting Instinct to Unlearn (But the Most Important)
When your child is screaming, crying, or throwing things across the room, every parenting instinct kicks in. You want to correct it. Stop it. Rein it back in. Because so often, we’ve been taught that a meltdown is “bad behavior” that needs discipline. But trying to correct your child mid-meltdown doesn’t calm the chaos—it escalates it. What your child needs in that moment isn’t control. It’s co-regulation. And when we shift how we see these moments, we can finally shift how we show up in them.
This week’s blog unpacks what’s really happening during a meltdown, why even well-meaning correction often backfires, and how to respond with connection instead of control. You’ll learn what to say (and not say), how to stay grounded yourself, and what actually helps your child come back to center.
✨ AMAZON PRIME DAY IS HERE!
We scoured Prime Day for the biggest savings—not just a few bucks off, but real-deal markdowns on products your sensitive kid will actually use and love. These hand-picked favorites are deeply discounted, but only until tonight. Shop now before the deals disappear!
🌳 PlayVibe Tree Swing
Swinging isn’t just fun, it’s incredibly regulating for sensitive kids. The rhythmic motion helps calm the nervous system, making it one of our favorite outdoor sensory tools. This saucer swing is sturdy, easy to hang from a tree, and perfect for solo chill time or a sibling snuggle.
Usually $69.99, now just $35.78 (49% off!).
🩺 Melissa & Doug Get Well Doctor’s Kit Play Set
Medical play is more than just fun, it's a powerful way to ease anxiety and build emotional safety for sensitive kids to prepare for doctor visits or unexpected injuries. This 25-piece set encourages role play and gives your child a sense of control in moments that often feel overwhelming.
Normally $32.49, now just $18.94 (42% off!).
🧲 PicassoTiles 60-Piece Magnetic Building Set
We told you to keep an eye out and it delivered! These magnetic tiles are a sensory-friendly favorite that spark endless creativity without a single screen in sight. Whether your child is building a castle, a rocket, or just stacking and crashing, they’re getting fine motor practice and spatial awareness all in one. Bonus: you’ll catch yourself playing too.
Normally $49.99, now just $18.19 (64% off!).
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🎥 WHAT WE JUST BINGED
Real People, Real Heat: Why We’re All-In on The Bear
If you haven’t started The Bear yet, or if you drifted off after Season 1, now’s the time to dive back in. Season 4 just dropped, and it’s somehow even better than before. This show pulls you right into the chaos and magic of a fine dining kitchen, but at its core, it’s really about love, healing, and finding your people. Every character feels like a real person, with real problems and raw growth that sneaks up on you and makes you care deeply.
It’s also just plain cool to watch. The cooking scenes are mesmerizing, the dialogue is tight, and the acting is spectacular. It’s about chosen family, the people who show up, and what it means to build something beautiful together, even when it’s messy. If you need something binge-worthy that’s equal parts heart and heat, The Bear is it.
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