Tag: independence and your toddler
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Psychologists Reveal 2 Words Never to Say to a Toddler
Here’s why you should never tell a young child to “calm down.” Our words can have a profound impact when interacting with a toddler or young child, especially during heightened emotions. (Ahem, temper tantrum!) One counterproductive phrase adults overly rely on is “calm down.” At first glance, “calm down” may seem like a reasonable request.…
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3 Effective Ways To Handle Toddler Tantrums and How to Prevent Them
So, your little one has reached the incredible age of one. Congratulations! You must feel excited about the beginning of a new chapter. But have you started to notice some anger bottled up in that cute little body? Do you feel like your once sweet and calm baby is now a force to be reckoned…