My Best Parenting Advice: 6 Steps to Effectively Handling a Tantrum by Sandi Schwartz

June 13, 2014August 23, 2018 Sandi Schwartz anger, biting, discipline, frustration, hitting, screaming, tantrums, time-outs, yelling

1. Accept his feelings (Say something like, “This is so hard for you.”) You might offer him a pillow or something soft to hit.

2. Tell him you will stay with him (“I’ll be right here if you need me.”)

3. Continue to talk softly (“You’re going to feel better. I know this is hard for you. I’m right here.”)

4. Breath consciously, deeply out loud, encouraging him to breathe along with you.

5. When he calms down offer a hug. Do not punish him for ‘loosing it.’ You might say, “Whew, does that feel better?”

6. Encourage him to shift his focus to something he might want to do. “ Would you like to cuddle and read a book?”

My Best Parenting Advice: 6 Steps to Effectively Handling a Tantrum by Sandi Schwartz

Sandi Schwartz

Sandi Schwartz, Columbia University alumnae, is an internationally acclaimed educator, author, radio show host, and popular inspirational speaker, sharing over 40 years of expertise in the field of child development. Passionate about unlocking the ‘magic’ that nurtures authenticity in relationships, she encourages adults to view the parenting experience as an opportunity for the entire family to evolve emotionally and spiritually. Weaving traditional and leading edge wisdom, Sandi offers revolutionary advice for building emotionally healthy partnerships as parents respond to the daily challenges of their most intimate and sacred relationship; the journey with their children. As a recipient of many awards, her most distinguished honor is from the Governor of New York State for leadership and courage with children and families in the aftermath of 9/11. [latestbyauthor author="SandiS" show="50"]