Raising a grumpy child

Young children are, by design, a bit cranky from time to time (maybe all the time in some cases). It is normal in the process of passing from one baby to another. It is a time when they can do some things, like enjoy movies. But I can’t do other things, like decide when the movie is turned off. It is not always easy to guide your child through the dos and don’ts without getting frustrated. However, there are a few things you can do to make parenting a grumpy child a little less stressful.

The terrible twos, as they are called, can start from your child’s first birthday. So don’t worry if your child starts exhibiting two terrible characteristics before there are actually two. These things can bite, freak out in public, fall to the ground in resistance to certain activities around the home, and many other related activities. It can seem overwhelming at times, but here are a couple of tips for raising a grumpy child:

or be calm when you are disciplining your toddler. Don’t fight fire with fire. If you are screaming, your child will scream even louder. A calm and in control voice lets them know that you are not angry but that you are the boss.

or Be consistent. Your child will react very positively to a set schedule. Eat lunch, naps, etc., at the same time every day. It makes life more comfortable for them when they know what to expect regularly.

or Don’t give in to tantrums. Also, start implementing timeouts. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’ll be surprised how effective the threat of a little timeout can be (after you’ve put them on timeout a few times, of course).

These three things applied together will reap huge benefits. However, one of the most important things you can do is set a good example. Your child is all eyes and ears all the time. Observing how you deal with stress and conflict is one of the main ways they learn to deal with stress and conflict. So it’s very important to set a good example for them to base their actions on when it comes to raising a grumpy child!

In general, remember to have fun! The toddler period is one of the best phases for you and your child. By implementing some of these basic techniques and others, you will be able to spend less time being upset or frustrated and more time with your little one.

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