The start of a new school year brings exciting milestones—and big emotions—for families with young children. Whether your little one is starting daycare for the first time, moving up to a new classroom, or adjusting to changes at home, the fall season is often filled with transitions that impact the entire family. Transitions are a natural part of early childhood, but they can also feel overwhelming for both parents and children. How we prepare for these changes—and support ourselves and our children through them—can shape how smoothly we navigate these moments.

In this timely conversation, you’ll hear from two experts who will help you approach transitions with confidence and care:

• Elizabeth Baron
  LMHC, psychotherapist and maternal health expert, will share how parents can manage their own emotional experience during transitions, reduce stress, and find the support they need in times of change.
• Jade Francis
  Curriculum and Learning Manager at Vivvi, will offer strategies for supporting your child’s emotional development during transitions, from starting daycare to adjusting to new routines, with practical tips for fostering resilience and security.

Whether you’re navigating back-to-school, starting a new care arrangement, or managing a family shift, this session will provide you with actionable tools to support your child—and yourself—through life’s many transitions.