In the frenzy of the holiday season, Plunket's urging parents to take time out every now and then to calm their nerves.
Parenting advisor Regan Mayo says the holiday buzz inevitably makes children more excitable than usual.
And she says the occasional melt-down is to be expected.
"If the kids are safe, it's fine to go into another room for a few moments and give yourself time to calm down."
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