I wouldn't overdramatize this now even for the transition period. However, you did have disproportionately high heating costs in the winter. So no matter what, you will have to do something, whether it means continuing to have/pay higher electricity costs.
If I were you, I would first get the family used to "normal" room temperatures so that you can turn down the return flow.
I know you have already tried that. But you have also given in yourself.