When toddlers act out in my classes, the parents often worry that their child might be a brat, a bully, an aggressive kid. Of course, we must take them with us to do errands sometimes, but we cannot expect a toddler’s best behavior at dinner parties, long afternoons at the mall, or when his days are loaded with scheduled activities.Ģ) Don’t be afraid, or take challenging behavior personally. Home is the ideal place for infants and toddlers to spend the majority of their day. A predictable, daily routine enables a baby to anticipate what is expected of him. Toddlerhood is the perfect time to hone parenting skills that will provide the honest, direct, and compassionate leadership our children will depend on for years to come.ġ) Begin with a predictable environment and realistic expectations. The key to healthy and effective discipline is our attitude. As infant expert Magda Gerber said, “Lack of discipline is not kindness, it is neglect.” There is no question that children need discipline. He has the overwhelming impulse to step out of bounds, while also desperately needing to know he is securely reined in. It is the push-pull of our toddler testing his burgeoning independence.
It’s a cry for attention, a shout-out for sleep, or a call to action for firmer, more consistent limits.
A toddler acting out is not shameful, nor is it behavior that needs punishing.
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