Your Clever Toddler in Week 102: How Your Intentions Provoke Tantrums

Of course, that doesn't make these battles of wills easy. When you do deny or delay gratification of your child's wants and a tantrum starts brewing, take a few deep breaths, shift into a low emotional gear yourself as your child shifts into high, and move toward your child while saying, "You're angry: You really want another cookie, but I won't allow it." Hold your ground, staying near your child until the tantrum subsides. Regardless of your child's age, these steps will provide emotional protection for his feelings while emphasizing your unwillingness to budge on the issue.

Coming soon, look forward to: Week 103: Using Imagination!
Review the most recent accomplishments: Week 101: Dialogue during Story Time Boosts Kids' Vocabulary

Curious about how else your toddler might be developing right now? Learn more about her clever brain and her growing body here:

• What's happening in Month 24?
• Here's what our pediatrician says you might be worried about this month.