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Holiday Meltdowns, Sibling Showdowns & Sugar Crashes: Your Mid-Easter Break Survival Debrief
- Her Story & Co.
- Apr 14
- 3 min read
We’re halfway through the Easter holidays—how are you holding up?
If you're feeling a mix of “making memories” and “losing my mind,” you’re in good company. Whether it’s chocolate for breakfast, non-stop negotiations between siblings, or meltdowns over broken bunny ears, the Easter break can feel like a beautiful chaos parade (emphasis on chaos).
Let’s pause for a moment, take a breath (and maybe a secret mini egg), and talk about why this time of year can feel so intense—and how to make the second half of the holidays feel just a little easier.
Why Holidays = Meltdowns (and It’s Not Just the Kids)
The usual routine is out the window. Bedtimes shift, naps are skipped, and the sugar intake has tripled. Throw in the pressure to “do fun stuff,” and suddenly everyone’s nervous system is running on empty.
For kids, that lack of predictability can be a lot. Their brains are still learning how to cope with change, regulate emotions, and manage big energy. So when the overstimulation hits? The tears (and epic tantrums) follow.
Spoiler: you’re not doing anything wrong. This is development in action.
The Sibling Showdown Games
When siblings are home together 24/7, it’s basically a crash course in sharing, negotiating, and figuring out how to exist in the same room without someone biting someone else.
Let’s be honest—I’ve found it so hard this week. All of my children have argued, someone has been bitten, someone else had their hair pulled, and I’ve heard “Muuuuuum!” on repeat every two seconds—even while I’m clearly cleaning up after them, trying to work, or attempting to sneak one hot drink.
We even met up with my sister, brother, and best friend—and between us, there were 14 children. It was wild. I left completely overstimulated. So. Much. Noise.
You’re not imagining it. This is peak sensory overload season for both kids and grown-ups.
Sugar Crashes Are Real
Let’s not forget the Easter eggs. Sugar highs are fun. Sugar crashes? Not so much. Little bodies (and brains) are sensitive, and when paired with less sleep, more excitement, and the general upheaval of routine—it’s the perfect storm.
Still a Week to Go… Now What?
If your child has been extra clingy, loud, or full of big feelings—it’s not because you’ve “lost control.” It’s because their little brains are working overtime. And honestly? So is yours.
This is your gentle reminder: it’s okay to slow things down. Say no to the 14th playdate. Have a pyjama day. Let them be bored. You don’t have to perform Easter magic every day to be a brilliant parent.
And if you’re looking for a bit of inspiration for the rest of the week, we’ve got you.
Join Our Parenting Circle Facebook Group
We’re sharing low-cost activity ideas and daily mum self-care tips in our Parenting Circle Facebook group all week. Think simple, meaningful ideas that don’t require glitter explosions or a second mortgage. Just calm, connection, and a bit of space for you.
Because you deserve support too.
Need a Parenting Reset?
If this holiday has left you feeling like you need a parenting pep talk, our Understanding Emotions Workshop might be exactly what you need.
It’s a one-hour online session packed with practical tools and compassionate guidance to help you:
Understand your child’s emotional world
Respond with calm, connection, and confidence
Reduce the drama and feel more in control
Want More Personalised Support?
Our Mumease service offers 1:1 emotional and practical support for parents—whether you’re deep in toddler chaos, navigating tricky behaviours, or just need someone to talk to.
Parenting wasn’t meant to be done alone. And especially not during the holidays.
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