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How Do You Deal With Toddler Tantrums?

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How Do You Deal With Toddler Tantrums?

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Watching a 3-year-old go from a calm little darling to a squirming combination of kicks, screams and tears on the floor is frustrating and trying. However, tantrums are completely normal, and are not a reflection of bad parenting. According to babycenter, tantrums are an indication that your toddler trusts you so much that he expects you to read his mind and know every feeling and desire he has. Try to understand what the child is upset about. If you’re somewhere busy go to a quiet place where they can vent and calm down. Squat down to their eye level better understand what they are saying. Use a distraction. A fun toy, television show or a favorite book can refocus the toddler, and stop the tantrum before it starts. Explain why his request is not possible. If the toddler throws a tantrum because she wants to go to the park at 9 p.m., explain that it’s too dark, and that playing on those big toys at night could cause her to get hurt. Take the child seriously. If the request is ignored

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