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My Son Is Having A Hard Time | Meltdowns, Separation Anxiety, Aggression, Regulate Emotions, Defiant, Sensory Issues

My Son Is Having A Hard Time | Meltdowns, Separation Anxiety, Aggression, Regulate Emotions, Defiant, Sensory Issues

Written by: Cynthia Fehr - Parent Mentor | Behavior Strategy Specialist
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Does your child meltdown for hours at a time? Are they unable to move from one thing to another without aggressive behavior? You’ve missed appointments, he refuses to go to school, and very few people understand that a heavy hand is not the answer. You even question your own ability to help him.

It’s so good to have you here! This podcast will give you hope that you aren't failing your child, relieve tension from the aggressive meltdowns, and process through stress and anxiety so you and your child can thrive."

Hey, I'm Cynthia. A wife and boy mom. For over a decade, we lived in the trenches of extreme meltdowns and collapse. The smallest thing could trigger aggression.

Coming out of a monster-sized meltdown left me feeling like I got run over by a semi...it spiralled out of control pretty fast! Not only did I want to help my son, but I was sick and tired of ending up in a big heap myself…saying and doing things I wish I hadn’t.

It was like I was on an island where no one understood the toll the meltdowns had on our family.

I finally learned how to stay confident in the middle of the aggressive behaviors. I discovered co-regulation and realized I could actually help my son return to calm.

I’ve pulled together the best strategies and insights from more than a decade of feeling completely clueless about how to help him settle.

Instead of letting his behaviors run our home, I carved out a path from rage, violence, and chaos into peace, hope, and real learning. And now I’m ready to share that path with you.

If you’re ready to reduce the meltdowns and aggressive behavior and finally see that what you are doing is actually helping it’s time to climb out from under the covers, there’s a bright day ahead!

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Episodes
  • 15| What Sensory Issues Really Look Like On Family Vacation: Mom This Affects You The Most

    15| What Sensory Issues Really Look Like On Family Vacation: Mom This Affects You The Most
    May 21 2026

    Family vacations are supposed to feel fun, exciting, and full of memories. But when your son struggles with sensory overwhelm, shutdowns, meltdowns, or emotional regulation…they can quickly become exhausting, isolating, and heartbreaking instead.

    In this episode, I’m sharing the story of a family vacation that looked beautiful from the outside—but underneath it all, my youngest son was struggling in ways no one else could fully see.

    In this episode we talk about:

    • sensory issues and family vacations
    • emotional shutdowns in boys
    • the invisible emotional weight moms carry
    • what your son might say to you about the hardest days

    I also walk you through a simple reflection exercise that can help you process painful parenting memories so healing and breakthrough can begin.

    If you’ve ever felt heartbroken watching your son struggle during vacations, outings, public places, or family events…this episode is for you.

    *To reserve your spot for a 1:1 Meltdown Support Session send me an email to info@cynthiafehr.com

    Website -> www.cynthiafehr.com
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    8 mins
  • 14| Breaking the "Terrible Two's" Myth: What We Wish We Knew Sooner About Aggression In Boys

    14| Breaking the "Terrible Two's" Myth: What We Wish We Knew Sooner About Aggression In Boys
    May 14 2026

    Everyone had an explanation for our son’s behaviors.

    “It’s just the terrible twos.” “He needs firmer discipline.” “He’ll grow out of it.” “Just leave him there.”

    But deep down, we knew something different was going on.

    In this episode, Cynthia sits down again with her husband Wes for a deeply personal conversation about parenting stereotypes, explosive behaviors, sensory struggles, selective mutism, and the isolation that can come when your child doesn’t fit the “typical” mold.

    Together, they share how traditional parenting advice and heavy-handed approaches only created more disconnection in their home — and how learning to become curious about what was happening underneath their son’s behaviors changed the path they were on.

    If you are raising a son with meltdowns, aggression, shutdowns, hitting, spitting, sensory sensitivities, separation struggles, or emotional eruptions that feel far beyond what others understand, this conversation will remind you that you are not imagining it… and you are not alone.

    Need more support? Here are some ways you can reach me!

    Facebook Community - > Join Us!

    Contact - > info@cynthiafehr.com

    Website -> www.cynthiafehr.com
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    17 mins
  • 13| 10 Things You Miss Out On When Parenting A Son With Explosive Or Inflexible Behavior

    13| 10 Things You Miss Out On When Parenting A Son With Explosive Or Inflexible Behavior
    May 7 2026

    I want you to imagine we’re sitting across from each other.

    You’ve got a warm cup of coffee in your hands, and I gently ask you:

    “What are some things you miss out on because of your son’s behavior?”

    And you pause.

    Because it’s not just one thing.

    It’s the refusal to go places. The canceled plans. The way your world can start to feel smaller without you even realizing it.

    And underneath all of that… you just want connection with your son. But you’re not sure how to get there.

    In this episode, I’m walking through 10 real things moms often miss out on when they’re parenting a son with explosive or inflexible behavior.

    Things like:

    • Planned activities that feel impossible
    • Appointments that get missed
    • Not being able to get a simple family photo
    • Losing any sense of spontaneity
    • The impact on your work
    • Less time with your other children
    • No time for yourself
    • Exercise falling off completely
    • Avoiding restaurants or public places
    • Missing out on church or community

    If your life has started to revolve around your son’s behavior… and you’re feeling more isolated than you ever expected…

    this episode will help you feel a little less alone in that.

    P.S. I’m starting to open up space to support moms one-on-one with exactly this, so if that’s something you’re needing, you can keep an eye out for more on that soon!

    Facebook Community - > Join Here!

    Contact - > info@cynthiafehr.com

    Website -> www.cynthiafehr.com
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    25 mins
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