The School Day Roller Coaster: From Morning Worries to Bedtime Battles

The back-to-school season brings exciting milestones, but it also comes with big emotions for children and parents alike. New routines, unfamiliar expectations, and daily transitions can lead to morning tears, after-school meltdowns, or bedtime worries that leave families wondering how best to respond.

Join Jesse Wilkinson, M.A., founder of BIGFeels NYC, for a thoughtful, practical workshop that explores what children’s behavior may be communicating during the school day and how parents can respond with confidence and connection.

Jesse will guide parents through the three key emotional transitions of the school day: leaving for school, coming home, and bedtime. You’ll learn why these moments can feel especially challenging, how to recognize the difference between typical adjustment and signs that a child may need additional support, and simple, effective strategies that foster emotional regulation, resilience, and independence.

Parents will also receive a BIGFeels Transition Playbook with conversation starters, practical routines, and a personalized action plan they can begin using right away. Whether your child is starting preschool, entering a new grade, or simply struggles with transitions, you’ll leave with tools to help your family approach the school year with greater confidence and connection.