Supporting children’s emotional growth doesn’t end after the toddler stage. The ages of 5 to 12 are a critical—but often overlooked—time when kids are developing the emotional skills that shape how they handle feelings, build relationships, and see themselves in the world.
In this episode of the Be Well Podcast, I’m joined by Alyssa Campbell, M.Ed., emotional intelligence researcher and CEO of Seed & Sew. With her background in early childhood education, Alyssa shares practical, compassionate strategies for helping kids navigate big emotions while growing into confident, connected, and emotionally intelligent humans.
We talk about why raising emotionally intelligent kids isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being intentional, empathetic, and consistent as they move through life’s challenges. Alyssa also walks us through the FACTS method, a powerful tool for emotional regulation, and shares ways to keep conversations around screens, puberty, and tough topics both honest and age-appropriate.
Tune in to the full episode to learn how to guide your child through this important stage of growth and set them up for resilience, self-awareness, and strong social connections.
