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<p>It’s 10:00 AM. One kid’s crying over a melted popsicle, another is shouting about the remote, and you’re already wondering if it’s too soon for a second coffee. Sound familiar?</p><p>In this episode, Dr. Becky dives into the chaotic, sticky, emotionally charged season that is summer parenting—and why it often feels so much harder than we imagined. We unpack the myth of the “magical summer,” the invisible jobs no one trained you for (Camp Director, Sibling Referee, Snack Machine, anyone?), and why you're not doing it wrong… you're just doing a lot.</p><p>You’ll learn practical shifts—like how to anchor instead of fix, how to respond to snack-time meltdowns with steadiness, and why “I’m bored” isn’t a crisis but a chance to build resilience. Plus: why it’s okay to not create magic, and how presence beats perfection every time.</p><p>You’re not failing summer. You’re just parenting in it. And you deserve support that feels good inside.</p><p>Get the Good Inside App by Dr. Becky: <a hre...