School can be a huge source of joy (friends, field trips, recess, learning!)—but it can also be a huge source of stress. How can we, as parents & caregivers, support our kids when they're feeling overwhelmed or nervous? First, “don't jump into problem solving,” says child psychologist Dr. Cheng Qian (@parentingtheunexpected). We know, we know—it’s tempting to just want to try and fix things when our kids are struggling. Instead, focus on understanding how they’re feeling, helping them understand how they’re feeling, and helping them build a toolkit to manage those feelings. 🔗 Head to our link in bio for more tips from Dr. Qian on talking to your kids about stress + resources to help your kids better manage whatever life throws at them.