Your child is melting down in the grocery store. You've tried consequences, bribing, reasoning—nothing works. You leave red-faced, heart racing, wondering what you're doing wrong. Here's the truth: you're not using the wrong strategy, you're using the wrong playbook.

In this episode, Dr. Veronica Schiltz and Dr. Serena Coffman reveal the neurological difference between tantrums and meltdowns—and why it changes everything about how you respond. If traditional discipline keeps backfiring, this episode will finally help you understand what's really happening in your child's overwhelmed nervous system.

What You'll Learn:

• The critical difference between behavioral tantrums and neurological meltdowns
• Why your child's brain goes "offline" during sensory overload (and why reasoning doesn't work)
• The three-layer breakdown: input, processing, and output in your child's nervous system
• Warning signs that signal your child's bucket is about to overflow
• Why punishments, ignoring, and giving in all backfire during true meltdowns
• The "perfect storm" of prenatal stress, birth trauma, and early challenges that load the nervous system
• Practical strategies for supporting your child in the moment (tight squeeze hugs, reducing stimulation, safe withdrawal)
• How nervous system scans reveal hidden stress patterns affecting behavior

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

00:25 The Grocery Store Meltdown Scenario

01:11 Understanding Meltdowns vs. Tantrums

01:51 Neurological Shutdowns and Parenting Strategies

06:20 The Perfect Storm: Prenatal and Birth Stress

11:15 Behavioral Challenges and Nervous System Stress

17:00 Practical Tips for Managing Meltdowns

Resources Mentioned:

• PX Docs Directory

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In this episode of Motherhood Aligned and Assigned, Dr. Serena Coffman and Dr. Veronica Schiltz explore the connection between the nervous system and speech development in children. They share a case study of a young boy whose speech issues improved significantly through chiropractic care. The doctors explain the importance of addressing the brain-to-body connection and how subluxation, vagus nerve dysfunction, and early life stress can contribute to speech delays. They also discuss the vital role of insight scans in diagnosing and treating these issues, helping children to thrive. Tune in to discover how pairing speech therapy with neurologically focused care can lead to breakthroughs in your child's communication skills.

00:25 The Frustration of Unresolved Speech Issues

00:57 Understanding the Brain-Body Connection

01:22 A Real-Life Success Story

03:33 The Neurological Process of Speech

04:11 The Role of Chiropractic Care

07:01 Addressing Early Life Stress

12:31 Insight Scans: A Diagnostic Tool

16:26 Combining Speech Therapy with Nervous System Care

Resources Mentioned:

• PX Docs

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In this episode of Motherhood Aligned and Assigned, Dr. Serena Kaufman and Dr. Veronica Schultz address the rising issue of anxiety among teenagers, particularly teen girls. They explore the pressures that contribute to this anxiety and discuss how neurological care can make a difference. Through real-life examples, they illustrate how reducing stored stress in the nervous system can help teens manage their emotional and physical challenges more effectively. The doctors also dive into the vagus nerve's role in stress response and overall wellness. They highlight the importance of insight scans in diagnosing and treating stress patterns to help teenagers thrive instead of just survive.

00:00 Introduction

00:26 Understanding Teen Anxiety

01:41 Neurological Care and Teen Stress

03:58 The Role of the Nervous System

06:24 Chiropractic Care and Stress Management

12:34 The Vagus Nerve and Its Importance

16:20 Insight Scans and Teen Health

Connect with Veronica:

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Connect with Serena:

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