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Your child refuses the coat, insists they're not cold, or takes it off miserable ten minutes later, and every morning feels like a standoff. If you're wondering why kids fight the jacket even when they're clearly too cold, too warm, or uncomfortable, this episode explains what's usually going on underneath.
In this episode:
Why a child who's running around can honestly feel warm while the adults standing nearby are cold
How a coat that tugs at an elbow or waist can turn into a meltdown, and what to look for in a coat
Why many kids haven't yet learned to read what their body is telling them, and why handing them the answer every morning doesn't build the skill
A simple way to start teaching your child to read what their body is telling them, in the calm moments before the next standoff
The goal isn't to win the coat battle. It's to help your child learn what their body is telling them, so the fight doesn't have to start.
Resources mentioned:
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Free video series, Why Feelings Are Hard: www.climbingfishparenting.com/feelings