
• Tantrums are universal Toddlers are ages 1-3 and nearly all of them have tantrums. I hear from parents in almost every corner of the world about their toddler’s meltdowns. This stage is universal and typical. It’s not a red flag. • Tantrums look different Some last a few minutes. Some last 30+ minutes. Some involve hitting, kicking or throwing. Some don’t. Sometimes toddlers hit themselves or bang their head. All of this can fall within typical toddler development. • Tantrums are linked to growing independence. They are part of your toddler discovering: - I’m me. - I’m separate from you. - I have my own will. Healthy autonomy is being born here. • Tantrums are not bad behaviour, they’re brain development. They are not manipulation, defiance, or intentional misbehaviour. Tantrums are what emotional overload looks like in a brain that cannot yet regulate itself. • Tantrums are not your fault Parents often blame themselves, but tantrums are unavoidable. It’s not personal. • Tantrums are skill-building They are not a problem to eliminate, they are a stage to support. ✔️ Stay calm ✔️ Stay present ✔️ Try to be steady You support the process, but no need to try and control it. tantrums are exhausting…but they are also a sign your toddler is growing - both emotionally and neurologically. 💛 Save this for the next meltdown 💬 Share with a toddler parent who needs reassurance. #parentingtips #toddlerbehaviour #toddlermomlife #toddlertantrums #parentingadvice
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