Handling toddler tantrums · Lesson 1 of 3
What to do in the moment
When the crying gets loud, give yourself one job at a time. Make the space safe, stay nearby, and choose a short sentence you can say steadily.
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Toddler tantrums: what to do in the moment and afterwards
Ten practical ways to respond to a toddler tantrum, from keeping everyone safe and using fewer words to reconnecting afterwards.
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Try saying “I’m here. I won’t let you hit.” out loud when things are calm. If another adult helps care for your child, agree on a phrase you can both use.
