Why Young Children Struggle With Transitions (And How to Support Them)

Transitions are one of the most challenging parts of a young child’s day.In this episode, we explore why transitions are so hard for young children from a developmental and nervous system perspective. We talk about what’s happening beneath the behavior, why moving from one activity to another can feel overwhelming, and how adults can support transitions in ways that help regulation develop over time.This conversation reframes transitions as moments of vulnerability rather than defiance and offers calm, practical guidance for supporting children through change with connection and predictability.This episode is for parents of young children who want transitions to feel less stressful and more supportive — for both themselves and their child.