Step 2 of 4 · Toddler Tantrums: Respond, Don't Escalate
Name feeling, hold limit
Name feeling, hold limit — step 2 of 4 in Toddler Tantrums: Respond, Don't Escalate. 'You're mad. We can't have candy before lunch.' Repeat once. Don't debate. Lower your body to their eye level if safe.
Free parenting & family tip: Name feeling, hold limit (step 2 of 4 from "Toddler Tantrums: Respond, Don't Escalate").
'You're mad. We can't have candy before lunch.' Repeat once. Don't debate. Lower your body to their eye level if safe.
If hitting: block gently, 'I won't let you hit.' Move away from breakables.
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