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Temper tantrums are very common among toddlers and young children. These are behaviours conducted by children in a way to express them. To handle temper tantrums, parents should carry out several steps that would help their kids to curb their tantrums.

Behave well in front of your child. It is important for parents to set an example of proper behaviour in front of their kids. Never act rudely or show your frustration to your child because at the age of 2 – 5, children learn by imitating their parents, therefore, they will behave aggressively if you do as well. Be calm and easygoing when handling your kid. If he or she is naughty, always be firm when discipline them and in the same time, make sure not to intimidate them.

Keep an eye on your child. Learn to observe the child’s behavior and instead of yelling when the child throws a tantrum, sit beside him or her and ask the reason for his/her behaviours. By doing this your child will realize the need to communicate. Also, make sure your child has nutritious food and adequate sleep. Fatigue or hunger can be a reason for tantrums. Make sure the toddler has his or her afternoon naps in order for full resting period.

Have alternative for your child to choose. Children will mostly throw their tantrums when they do not get something they want. However, when you present them with choices, they will have the opportunity to choose either one in making them feel happy with their own choice.

Spend time with your child. Usually kids are left alone to play or they are brought to play with other kids. At this time, they will either run around with all of their excessive energy or get bored easily and thus, become cranky. For example, have indoors games or read the child a story and maybe bring the child to a playground or set a play date. It improves both health and IQ. It can also help parents to bond with their kids.

Limitations and restrictions are important. Make sure your child understand instructions. Start training them when they are young so that they would know how to behave themselves. Limitations and restrictions teach toddlers the dos and don’ts they should obey.

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Summary: the article reiterates the parent’s role in disciplining the child. It also highlights why disciplining is important.

Every child is unique. As parents we cater to our children’s specific needs. Being parents we look to each and every child’s needs. This is the same method we should use to discipline them. A child needs to learn how to be responsible and he/she must know that there are consequences for their actions.

When it comes to disciplining, I am not a fan of spanking and would not suggest you to do so as well. Ensure that you have rules for your child. You also have to explain to the child why these rules are set. Ensure that everyone in the house follows the rule. If anyone breaks it, then they should be punished. This sets a clear direction for the children. Children need to be clear to the rules. From here the child learns, experientially, right actions and wrong ones.

A parent should not back down when it comes to disciplining the child. Take responsibility towards your child’s attitude and behavior. Remember it is merely the attitude that needs to change and not the child itself. Attitude’s are picked up and can be changed. Show the child that a different mindset is all that is needed for the child. This way he/she will have be able to face challenges.

Follow the punishments in your home. It will allow your child to learn to be responsible towards their behavior and realize that everything they do has to be accounted for. Do not let them get away without any cost. When a child is corrected for the wrong acts he has done, he understands the consequences of his action. This is a very good life learning experience for the child. It will be with them throughout their lives.

When it is time to discipline your child, be clear that it is the action that needs to change and not the child itself. You must not criticize the child by putting him down with word like “Look at the mess you have done” to the child this translates as “I am wrong”. Instead you should say “Clean this mess now” or “You know the rules…” Give positive words to ensure that you are angry, but that does not make him/her wrong..

Use positive words when you talk to them. We do not want to nurture inferiority complex in them now would we? Let them know you are angry towards their deeds. Provide an environment where the child feels safe to make mistakes and admit it. Give them the space to learn so that they develop some self confidence in themselves and will attempt new things without fear. Guidance is what they need.

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