It's not easy being parents of rambunctious toddlers. One moment they snuggle up and shower their mothers and fathers with hugs and kisses, the next instance they're off screaming and crying. During this year of unbridled energy and curiosity, tinged with the lack of verbal skill, parents can either fold under pressure or handle the reigns for a smoother ride.
It's not all turmoil and stress under the toddler regime. The moments when they complete their first sentence or draw a picture of mom and dad all make the hard times worth it. Furthermore, it's how they are thoroughly managed even at such a young age that will determine the shape of their tomorrow.
Learning how to minimize the tantrums and bad days will make way for better days. According to Mayo Clinic, "A tantrum is the expression of a young child's frustration with the challenges of the moment. Perhaps your child is having trouble figuring something out or completing a specific task." Anger boils from too much frustration and from anger stems temper tantrums.
Before parents can properly handle their toddlers, they must get enough sleep and nourishment. Moms and dads aren't robots and what better way to recharge their batteries than with a well-deserved nap. When they are well-rested, effective management while enjoying the process is greatly maximized. So below are three simple tips that can help you deal with challenging phase of toddlerhood.
First of all, stay firm. The parent is the bigger person here and when they plant their feet firmly and refuse to succumb to childish wails when the little ones do not get what they want, they are laying foundation for good behavior. With such behavior, tantrums decrease while discipline increases.
Next, teach the toddlers. It's not sufficient to simply repeating "No's" without explaining "Why". moms and dads need a good heap of patience to make the little ones comprehend why they are not allowed to do something or why they should act in a certain manner.
Third, be their friend. "Your toddler is at the age where he want to hang out with you every second of the day, so take advantage of that by enjoying every minute together, like driving in the car or watching ducks at the park," notes Parenting. Young kids are best taught when they are enjoying. Having fun with them encourages them that learning values and new skills is delightful.
These tips will not be put to good utilization with unless marked with positivity. "Recognize that all good relationships require time, energy, and effort. Building a strong relationship with our toddlers is fantastically worthwhile," The Federalist remarks.
