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What do you do when your 20 month old throws a tantrum?

Posted on by Arif Clayton

What do you do when your 20 month old throws a tantrum?

How to Address Toddler Temper Tantrums

  1. Try ignoring the situation.
  2. Handle aggressive behavior immediately.
  3. Refrain from yelling.
  4. Let your child be angry.
  5. In some cases, give in to the tantrum (within reason).
  6. Rely on brief, easy commands.
  7. Create a distraction.
  8. Give them a hug.

At what age do tantrums stop?

Tantrums usually begin in children 12 to 18 months old. They get worse between age 2 to 3, then decrease until age 4. After age 4, they rarely occur.

How do I deal with my 22 month olds tantrums?

So try to support them by trying the following.

  1. Trying to understand why they’re having a tantrum. Are they tired?
  2. Distracting them.
  3. Don’t give in.
  4. Don’t panic.
  5. Handle tantrums based on your child’s needs.
  6. Help toddlers to understand their feelings.
  7. Praising good behaviour.
  8. Giving control over little things.

How do you discipline a 20 month old?

How to discipline a toddler

  1. Offer lots of praise. Give her positive reinforcement when she’s doing the right thing.
  2. Distract her. When your toddler is intent on doing something you don’t want her to, try distracting her with a new activity, rather than repeating “No!”.
  3. Ask then distract.
  4. Remove her.
  5. Set boundaries.

How do you discipline without yelling?

Here Are 7 Ways to Discipline Kids Without Yelling

  1. Be There for Your Child.
  2. Remind Them of Tools to Help Calm Down.
  3. Listen to Them Explain Their Feelings.
  4. Respond Calmly, But Be Firm with Boundaries and Consequences.
  5. Give One Warning and Then Follow Through with a Consequence (Again and Again)

Why is my 22-month-old so angry?

Toddler can become angry when they encounter a challenge, are unable to communicate wants, or are deprived of a basic need. Some common triggers for angry outbursts or tantrums may include: being unable to communicate needs or emotions. playing with a toy or doing an activity that is hard to figure out.

Are 22-month-old tantrums normal?

Toddler-sized tantrums can lead to king-sized headaches. Here’s why your child gets frustrated—and how you can help. Being a 22-month-old can be really tough. Since they also lack the ability to control their emotions, tantrums ensue (easily and often).

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