It is normal and developmentally appropriate for children’s behaviors and actions to challenge us when they are tired, hungry, afraid, learning independence or, even, excited. We can use these moments to teach them how to regulate responses and actions over time.
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Offer Reasonable & Related Consequences
Reasonable and related consequences can actually help teach children responsibility for their actions and prevent future behaviors from reoccurring.
When your child gets upset
The most important thing to remember is that crying and meltdowns aren’t “bad behavior” and really don’t require discipline. In fact, discipline often makes kids more upset and escalates things further. Although unpleasant to experience or observe, crying and meltdowns are normal responses to being stressed, overwhelmed, uncomfortable, or upset.
Here are some things you can do to help in these moments:
