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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Well you’re her parents you’re supposed to be the  disciplinarian. And no one wants to hear your kids tantrums this includes relatives.[/quote]

Then please don't make us visit. Tantrums are part of toddler life. If we were home, firm and consistent, the tantrums wouldn't be happening. Lax grandparents mean more tantrums. [/quote]
So which is it? Are tantrums part of toddler life or is being firm and consistent the magic way to eradicate toddler tantrums? I could swear we have questions about toddler tantrums that do not involve grandparents.[/quote]

Some degree of tantruming is just part of toddler life. That said, I think you can cut down on them a ton by having a predictable routine, making sure the kid gets enough sleep and eats a healthy and balanced diet (to the extent that's possible with a toddler, but you do your best), and giving the kid choices when possible, so he/she feels in control over at least some things. I read somewhere that well over half of toddler tantrums are due to kids not getting enough sleep, so that's one reason we really prioritize DD's naptime and bedtime. [/quote]

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