What if your child's meltdowns aren't a behavior problem - but a nervous system problem? And what if the same thing is happening to you?

In this episode, Angie Weber sits down with Dr. Katie Jancik, an integrative pediatric chiropractor and owner of It Takes a Village Chiropractic, to talk about the powerful connection between nervous system regulation and how our families actually feel day to day. Dr. Katie is one of the few chiropractors in the country specializing in neurodevelopmental support - and she brings care directly to families' homes through her mobile practice in Minnesota.

Together, Angie and Dr. Katie explore why kids take their emotional cues from mom, what's really going on beneath the "anger iceberg," and why expecting a toddler to reason through a banana crisis is a losing battle (we've all been there). They also dig into practical tools families can use between appointments - from diaphragmatic breathing and sternum tapping to tight squeezes and pillow fights - to help both parents and kids move from survival mode to actually thriving.

You'll walk away with a better understanding of fight-or-flight mode, co-regulation, and simple daily practices that can shift the energy of your entire household.

Key Takeaways:

How chiropractic care supports emotional regulation (not just back pain)
Why moms often get stuck in fight-or-flight without realizing it
Practical, ADHD-friendly calming techniques for the whole family

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Why Your Child's Meltdowns Might Be A Nervous System Issue (Not a Behavior Problem)