Welcome back to the follow-up, where we revisit favorite episodes in less time than it takes

your toddler to hit the floor in protest. If you followed me for a while, you know that I love

talking about child development and behavior. It's one of those topics where I never get bored

because every child is different and every parent is coming at these moments with their

own challenges. And let's be honest, tantrums are one of those challenges we all face. They can

feel overwhelming, embarrassing, or even exhausting. What I found both as a pediatrician and as a mom

is that sometimes hearing different tips and strategies or even just hearing the same advice explained in a new way

can be the thing that finally clicks.

That's why I love this conversation with Chris Lake.

Chris is an educator, child development expert, and the founder of Behavior Booster,

and he has such a clear practical way of breaking down what to actually do in the middle of a tantrum.

In this follow-up episode,

you're going to hear the lake method of de-escalating tantrums, why the way we respond plays the

biggest role in behavior modification, and the common missteps that can accidentally make

things worse. This episode is a reminder that tantrums aren't about being a bad kid or a bad

parent. They're about developing

brains learning how to handle big feelings. And the more tools and perspectives we have, the

easier it gets to show up calmly and confidently for our kids. So don't just listen. Download

this episode because that's what helps the show the most so you can come back to it when you

need it. And if something Chris shares really resonates,

tag us at the Peds Doc Talk podcast and at Behavior Booster on Instagram. We'd love to hear

how you're putting these tips into practice. Let's get into it. I know some parents deal with

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