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When Kids Keep Asking to Go to the School Nurse - 421

When Kids Keep Asking to Go to the School Nurse - 421

Author: Pam Howard September 1, 2026 Duration: 9:00
Less Drama More Mama
KidsKids & FamilyEducationFamilyParentingSelf Improvement

The school nurse's number flashes on your phone again.

Your child has a stomachache, a headache, or another symptom that feels serious enough to make them want to leave school. They've been medically checked, and everything appears to be normal.

The nurse says they're okay. Your child insists they're not.

Now you're caught between two concerns: What if you overlook something important? What if picking them up reinforces school avoidance by teaching them that leaving is the only way to feel better?

There's another possibility besides "They're sick" or "They're trying to get out of class." 

Your child's body could be responding to something their mind hasn't recognized or put into words.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:

  • What your child's body may be communicating when medical tests are normal
  • How your own nervous system influences what happens after the nurse calls
  • How to support your child without dismissing their symptoms or making it easier to avoid what feels hard

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Pam Howard brings a refreshingly practical voice to the often chaotic world of parenting with Less Drama More Mama. Drawing from her unique background as a Master Certified Life Coach, a licensed clinical social worker, and a former school counselor, she moves beyond theory to offer real, usable strategies for everyday family life. This isn't about achieving perfection; it's about replacing overwhelm with a sense of grounded confidence. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who truly gets it. Pam weaves together personal anecdotes from her own journey as a mom with anonymized case studies from her coaching practice, creating a relatable and insightful listen. You'll find specific life coaching tools and perspectives designed to transform those moments of feeling frazzled or disconnected into opportunities for calm and stronger bonds with your kids. The Less Drama More Mama podcast is a resource for any parent looking to cultivate more peace and less reactivity at home, covering topics that span child development, educational challenges, and personal growth. It’s a space where the focus shifts from simply managing behavior to understanding the underlying dynamics, empowering you to handle what comes your way with more grace and less guilt.
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