Magic & Meltdowns
Preparing parents for the unexpected moments between the Disney magic.
About Magic & Meltdowns
You can plan the perfect Disney day and still end up with a meltdown in Fantasyland, a child who refuses to walk another step, or a family that's tired, hungry and completely overstimulated.
And honestly? That's normal.
Magic & Meltdowns is here to help parents prepare for the unexpected moments between the Disney magic.
You'll find practical advice, real-world strategies and connections to experts who understand the challenges families can face while traveling with kids. From sleep and sensory needs to big feelings, picky eating and overstimulation, the goal is to give you the knowledge and tools you need before and in the moment.
Because you can't plan for everything.
But you can be prepared.
And when you know what to expect and what to do, you can move through the hard moments and get back to the magic a little faster.
Hi, I’m Shelley
I'm a mom of 2 boys and I love planning Disney World vacations with my family.
I genuinely love all the aspects of planning a Disney trip: the dining reservations, choosing the resort, Lightning Lane strategies, spreadsheets and all the little details that make a vacation feel extra special.
But after traveling with kids, I've learned that even the best-planned Disney day doesn't always go according to plan.
Kids get tired. They get overwhelmed. They get hungry, frustrated, scared and sometimes just decide they're done. I've learned that those moments don't mean you've ruined the day. They're simply part of traveling with kids.
I created Magic & Meltdowns because I wanted a place where parents could find the kind of information that helps you feel prepared and less stressed.
I bring my love of Disney planning together with practical advice and expert perspectives to help families navigate the moments that happen between the magic.
Because the goal isn't a perfect Disney vacation.
It's feeling ready for the real one.