For Moms Raising Autistic, ADHD, Neurodivergent Children and Children With Sensory Needs

When Your Child Is Having a Meltdown,

You Do Not Need More Random Advice.

You Need One Clear Plan.

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Because the problem is not your child, and it is not your parenting.

Your child’s nervous system is overwhelmed.

You need one calm plan to follow when everything feels hard.

Inside, You'll Have Simple Pages To Help You:

  • Know what you are seeing with the Decision Chart

  • Follow a First Response Plan in the hardest few minutes

  • Use Calming Phrases when you do not know what to say

  • Prepare simple Calming Support before the next hard moment

  • Notice patterns without blame

So instead of freezing in the moment, you have one clear place to turn.

MELTDOWN RESCUE PLAN

$27 USD

One Clear Plan For Before, During, And After Meltdowns

Printable. Practical. Start Today.

UNDERSTAND

What you are seeing

RESPOND

Know what to do

SAY

Know what to say

REGULATE

Help your child regulate

PREPARE

Set up calming support

PREVENT

Start spotting patterns and reduce future meltdowns

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This Is Your Clear Plan For The Hard Moments And Beyond

I did not build this so you could read it once and put it away.

I built it so you could come back to it again and again.

When you are in the middle of a meltdown and your mind goes blank it tells you exactly what to do first.

When things are calmer it helps you understand your child's patterns and triggers so meltdowns start to happen less often.

That is the real goal.

Not just surviving the hard moments.

Finding your way to fewer of them.

Start with one page today.

Come back to the rest when you are ready.

Have Your Child’s Meltdown Response Plan Ready

In Under 60 Minutes

You do not need to read every page today.

You do not need to become an expert before the next hard moment.

Start with the Quick Start pages and you can have a simple plan ready in under an hour.

In 60 minutes or less, you can:

  • Print the Tantrum or Meltdown Decision Chart

  • Print the Meltdown First Response Plan

  • Choose 3 calming phrases

  • Choose 3 calm kit supports

  • Pick one breathing strategy to practise when your child is calm

  • Print one Meltdown Tracker so you can notice what helped

That is enough for today. You will have a clear place to start.

You're Doing Your Best... But When Your Child Is Having

A Meltdown, Everything Can Feel Overwhelming

You are doing your best.

But when your child is having a meltdown, everything can feel too much.

Your heart races.
Your mind goes blank.
You try to stay calm.
You wonder what to do first.

And afterwards, you may replay it all in your head.

Did I say too much?
Did I make it worse?
Should I have backed off sooner?
Should I have held the boundary?

The hardest part is not that your child has meltdowns.

The hardest part is feeling like you are walking into the next one without a clear plan.

Because the Problem Is Not Your Child, and It Is Not Your Parenting

A meltdown is not your child being bad.

And it does not mean you are failing.

A meltdown is often a sign that your child’s nervous system is overwhelmed and they cannot cope with what is being asked of them in that moment.

The hard part is that most moms are expected to respond calmly without being given a clear plan.

So they try to remember random advice.

Use fewer words.
Offer breathing.
Reduce demands.
Look for triggers.
Stay calm.

All of those things can help.

But in the middle of a meltdown, it is hard to know what to do first.

That is the missing piece.

The Missing Piece Is Not More Advice. It Is a Real Plan.

You may already know some helpful strategies.

Breathe together.
Use fewer words.
Reduce demands.
Stay calm.
Look for triggers.
Offer sensory support.

But when your child is having a meltdown, scattered strategies are hard to use.

You need to know what comes first.

That is what the Meltdown Rescue Plan gives you.

One clear pathway for before, during, and after a meltdown.

You are not starting from scratch.

You are simply putting the support in the right order.

The 6 Step Calm Response Pathway

The Meltdown Rescue Plan is built around The 6-Step Calm Response Pathway, a simple process that helps

you move from panic and guessing to calm, clear next steps.

It supports you through the full meltdown cycle:

Before the meltdown

So you can notice patterns, triggers, sensory overload, transitions, tiredness, hunger, anxiety, or overwhelm before things escalate.

During the meltdown

So you know what to do first, what to say, what not to say, and how to support your child without making the moment bigger.

After the meltdown

So you can reconnect, reflect, track what happened, and plan small changes that may help reduce future meltdowns.

Step One: Understand

Know what you are seeing, so you can respond with more confidence.

Step Two: Respond

Know what to do in the first few minutes when everything feels overwhelming.

Step Three: Say

Use fewer, calmer words so your child feels supported, not pressured.

Step Four: Regulate

Support your child’s body when they are ready for calming support.

Step Five: Prepare

Set up calming supports before the next hard moment.

Step Six: Prevent

Notice patterns and reduce future meltdowns over time.

What Changes When You Stop Guessing

This is the difference between trying to work it out in the moment and having a

printable plan to come back to.

You do not need more random advice. You need one clear plan.

Inside The Meltdown Rescue Plan

Everything inside the Meltdown Rescue Plan is organised into one clear pathway, so you are not jumping

between random advice when your child is having a meltdown.

You can follow the sections in order, or go straight to the page you need most.

SECTION 1: Understand

Tantrum or Meltdown?

8 Steps To Know For Sure

This guide helps you understand the difference between a tantrum and a meltdown, so you can respond with the kind of support your

child actually needs.

Includes:

  • Tantrum or Meltdown 8 Steps to Know for sure

  • Tantrum Or Meltdown Quick Guide

  • Tantrum or Meltdown Decision Chart

SECTION 2: Respond

Meltdown First Response Plan

A step by step page to help you know what to do in the first few minutes when your child is having a meltdown.

guides you to:

  • Pause and Assess

  • Reduce Demands

  • Calm Yourself

  • Connect with your child

  • Leave teaching until after

SECTION 3: Say

What To Say During A Meltdown

Simple, calming words to help you support your child when your mind goes blank and the moment feels intense.

Includes:

  • Meltdown Calming Responses

  • What to say and what to avoid

  • Short phrases you can use in the moment

SECTION 4: regulate

Breathe To Break The Meltdown

Simple breathing support you can practise with your child when they are calm, so it feels more familiar when hard moments happen.

Includes:

  • Breathe to break the meltdown

  • Printable Breathing Pages

  • Breathe With Me Fridge Guide

SECTION 5: prepare

Calm In The Chaos

Practical support to help you prepare before the next hard moment,

so you are not starting from scratch.

Includes:

  • Calm in the Chaos

  • Quick Tips to calm your child's meltdown

  • Meltdown Calm kit

SECTION 6: prevent

Notice Patterns and reduce future meltdowns

Simple pages to help you notice patterns, reflect without blame,

and make small changes that may reduce future meltdowns.

Includes:

  • Notice Patterns and Reduce Future Meltdowns Guide

  • Meltdown Triggers Checklist

  • Meltdown Tracker Pages

You do not need to use every page at once.

Start with the page that helps you most today, then come back to the rest as you need it.

The goal is not perfection. The goal is to help you feel more prepared for the next hard moment.

Everything Included Today

The Meltdown Rescue Plan brings the key supports together in one place, so you are not trying to piece together random advice when life already feels hard.

Meltdown Rescue Plan

One clear plan for before, during

and after the meltdown

100% risk free - 30 day money back guarantee

Everything you need

Printable. Practical. Ready To Use Today.

  • 60 Minute Quick Start Plan Value: $9

  • Tantrum or Meltdown? 8 Steps To Know For Sure Value $17

  • Tantrum or Meltdown Quick Guide Value: $9

  • Tantrum or Meltdown Decision Chart Value: $9

  • Meltdown First Response Plan Value: $9

  • What To Say During A Meltdown Value: $17

  • Breathe To Break The Meltdown Value: $17

  • Breathe With Me Fridge Guide Value: $9

  • Calm In The Chaos Value: $27

  • Quick Tips To Calm Your Child’s Meltdown Value: $9

  • Meltdown Calm Kit Value: $9

  • Notice Patterns and Reduce Future Meltdowns Guide

  • Meltdown Triggers Checklist Value: $9

  • Meltdown Tracker Pages Value: $17

Today: Just $27 USD

Total Value: $ 167 USD

You Save: $140 USD

Imagine The Next Hard Moment Feeling A Little Less Scary

Picture the next time your child is having a meltdown.

Instead of freezing, you know where to start.

You lower your voice.

You use fewer words.

You reach for the First Response Plan.

You choose one calming phrase.

You know whether your child needs space, comfort, quiet, sensory support, or time.

The meltdown may still be hard.

But you are not walking into it empty-handed.

You have a plan.

And sometimes, that one shift can help the whole moment feel less frightening.

Is This For You

The Meltdown Rescue Plan was created for moms who love their child deeply, but feel overwhelmed

when meltdowns happen and they do not know what to do first.

This is for you if:

  • Your child is autistic, ADHD, neurodivergent, or has sensory needs

  • Meltdowns leave you feeling unsure what to do first

  • You feel like you have tried lots of advice, but nothing feels organised

  • You want practical support, not judgment

  • You need something simple, printable, and easy to come back to

  • You want to understand what may be happening underneath the behaviour

  • You want a plan for before, during, and after a meltdown

This may not be for you if:

  • You want a promise that every meltdown will stop overnight

  • You are looking for a long course to work through

  • You do not want printable support pages

  • You want advice focused only on stopping behaviour, not understanding what is happening underneath

You do not need to have everything figured out

You just need a place to start

Created By Sue Sibly, Founder Of How To Help My Child

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A note from Sue

Hi, I’m Sue.

For over 30 years, I have supported families raising autistic, ADHD, sensory, and neurodivergent children, including children with additional needs.

And one thing I have seen again and again is this:

Moms are not short on love.

They are not failing.
They are not doing a bad job.
They are not getting it wrong.

Most of the time, they are exhausted from trying to support their child without a clear plan for the hardest moments.

So much of the advice out there sounds good in theory, but feels hard to use in real life.

It can be too generic.
Too wordy.
Too focused on stopping behaviour instead of understanding what is really happening underneath it.

That is exactly why I created the Meltdown Rescue Plan.

One clear plan for before, during, and after a meltdown.

It is here to help you feel less lost in those moments and more confident supporting your child with calm and care.

With love and support,
Sue 💙

Moms Need Support That Works In Real Life

The best feedback is not fancy.

It is a mom saying she finally knew what to do first.

It is a mom realising the behaviour was communication.

It is a mom feeling less alone after a hard moment.

That is why the Meltdown Rescue Plan was created, to give you simple,

practical support when everything feels hard.

My 30 Day Confidence Guarantee

I want you to feel comfortable trying the Meltdown Rescue Plan.

So the risk is on me, not you.

How It Works

✓ Go through the Meltdown Rescue Plan, print the pages that fit your child, and use the sections in your own time.

✓ If you do not feel more clear and confident in how to support your child during meltdowns, reach out within 30 days.

✓ We'll Refund 100% of your investment - no questions asked, no hassles, no hard feelings.

You do not need to use every page perfectly.

You just need a clear place to start.

If you decide within 7 days that it is not the right fit for your family, simply email and I’ll refund your purchase.

You are not stuck. You are supported.

Try it, use what helps, and see what shifts in you and your child.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this different from free advice online?

Free advice can be helpful, but it is often scattered.

The Meltdown Rescue Plan brings the support together into one clear pathway, so you are not trying to remember random tips in the middle of a hard moment.

You will know what to do before, during, and after a meltdown.

I do not have time to read a big guide. Will this still help?

Yes.

Start with the 60-Minute Quick Start Plan.

You do not need to read everything today. Print the pages that help you most first, then come back to the rest when you are ready.

Is this a course or a printable guide?

This is a printable digital product. You will get a step-by-step support system with guides, calming pages, breathing pages, a calm kit page, a trigger checklist, and printable meltdown trackers.

Is this for autistic, ADHD, sensory, or neurodivergent kids?

Yes.

The Meltdown Rescue Plan was created for moms raising autistic, ADHD, sensory, or neurodivergent children, including children with additional needs.

My child's meltdowns are really severe. Will this still work for us?

Every child is different and meltdowns vary enormously in intensity. The Meltdown Rescue Plan is built specifically for children whose meltdowns feel intense, fast, and hard to manage. The six step system works by meeting your child where they are — not by applying a one size fits all script. And if it doesn't feel right for your family, the 30 day guarantee means you have nothing to lose by trying.

Will this stop every meltdown?

No honest resource can promise that.

The goal is to help you understand what may be happening, respond with more calm, and notice patterns that may reduce future meltdowns over time.

What happens after I buy?

You will get instant access to the Meltdown Rescue Plan so you can download it, print the pages you need, and start using it straight away.

What if it does not feel right for me?

You are covered by the 30-day confidence guarantee.

If you do not feel clearer and more confident in how to support your child during meltdowns, reach out within 30 days and we will refund your purchase.

What if I have already tried lots of strategies?

That is very common. The difference here is that you are not trying random ideas in isolation. You are following one clear plan that helps you understand, respond, support regulation, prepare, and notice patterns over time.

You Do Not Have To Walk Into The Next Meltdown Empty Handed

You love your child.
You are trying so hard.

And you do not need more judgment, more noise, or more random advice.

You need one calm plan you can come back to when things feel hard.

The Meltdown Rescue Plan gives you simple support for before, during, and after a meltdown,

so you can stop guessing and start responding with more clarity.

You Can Start Today

You do not need to have everything figured out

You just need one clear place to start

With love and support,

Sue 💙

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