Tantrums/ hitting/ kicking/throwing things
How are you guys dealing with these things? I’m at a loss what to do. He started doing it at daycare too. The teachers just said it was normal for his age group, and because his dad is current on a small deployment.
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Telling him firmly no. Redirecting/offering alternatives. “We don’t throw toys, but we can throw balls” Getting down on his level and offering empathy. “I know you’re upset you can’t watch tv. We can color pictures or go play with toys.” Offer two options so he can still make a choice and feel like he has some control. I try to model deep breathing with him too but it makes him more upset lol. Some times I just have to sit with him and let him get it out. Once he gets the worst of it out, I can talk to him about it or hold him and rock him a bit.
@Kassidi thank you I’ll try that!
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Girl same...sometimes I'm settled enough myself to help her breathe, distract or comfort and other times I can't. Also looking for more tips.