10 quick ways to manage tantrums with positive parenting
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There can be many reasons why children throw tantrums, but some of the most common ones include feeling overwhelmed or frustrated, wanting attention, or needing something they can’t have.
Children might also throw tantrums as a way to express their feelings or to get what they want. Tantrums can be very frustrating for parents, but it’s important to remember that they’re usually a sign that the child is feeling overwhelmed or frustrated.
Try to stay calm and understanding, and avoid reacting angrily or punitively. Instead, try to help the child calm down and figure out what’s wrong.
Try to stay calm and understanding, and avoid reacting angrily or punitively. Instead, try to help the child calm down and figure out what's wrong.
10 Quick Tips to navigate your Childs tantrums
1. Try to stay calm
If you lose your cool, it will only make the situation worse.
2. Ignore the behavior if it’s minor
Sometimes kids throw tantrums to get attention, and if you ignore them, they may stop.
3. Set reasonable limits
If your child is throwing a tantrum because they want something they can’t have, explain why they can’t have it and set a limit.
4. Distract them with something else
If your child is throwing a tantrum because they’re bored or frustrated, try to distract them with something else.
5. Remove them from the situation
If the tantrum is getting out of control, remove your child from the situation until they calm down.
6. Let them express their feelings
Sometimes children just need to express their feelings, even if that means throwing a tantrum.
7. Help them deal with their emotions
If your child is throwing a tantrum because they’re angry or sad, help them deal with those emotions.
8. Reward good behavior
If your child behaves well, reward them with a special treat or positive attention.
9. Talk to them about their feelings
Talk to your child about why they’re throwing a tantrum and help them understand their feelings.
10. Seek professional help
If your child’s tantrums are becoming too difficult to manage, talk to a professional about how to help them.
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