How to handle a toddler saying bad words? It’s tricky at that age, but I would just say no and redirect. So if they say it, then you say no, and then you can walk away, but then shortly after go back and start playing with them. Every time they say it, you say no and get up and walk away. Eventually they’ll learn, hey, wait a minute, they’re gonna walk away every time I say that, and then they’ll just stop saying it. But if they’re not gonna learn the first 10, 10 or 20 times, it might take 50 times. Looking for extra guidance on parenting toddlers? Check out the toddler courses I’ve created  covering tantrums, potty training, bedtime battles, and toddlers who hit and bite, linked in my bio. ` ` ` #ToddlerBehaviour #ToddlerTips #ToddlerLearning #ToddlerGrowth #ToddlerMom #ToddlerDad #ToddlerMoms #ToddlerDads

My son behaves at home but at school he cries when he can’t complete a task. Does he cry at home when he can’t complete a task? What might be going on is that your expectations of him at home compared to at school are unmatched. For example, does he have chores and rules to follow at home? There could be an imbalance where when he goes to school, there are responsibilities and rules he has. You know, the more you give your kids chores and responsibilities and that before they even start school, the easier they’re gonna transition into school. That may not be it, but that’s one thing to look at. P.S. If you’re wanting to get started with calm leadership parenting, check out my BratBusters Behaviour Board that I send to my parenting newsletter, linked in my bio. Then, if you’re looking for that next step in calm leadership parenting, check out the BratBusters Bootcamp, linked in my bio. ` ` ` #ParentingExperience #ParentingDaily #ParentingHelps #ParentingMindfulness

What should I do if I have to say something over and over like get dressed for bed or get dressed for kids four and seven? I wouldn’t repeat myself. I say something, then I take action or I have a consequence. First, I would create a system for them, like a bedtime routine. With my kids I had bedtime routines, morning routines, meal time routines. They all were systems in place. So I just say, okay, we’re gonna get ready for bed now and then just get ready and go. If you have to say something over and over again, it means that you’re most likely not consistent. Look into creating a little more structure with these times for your kids. You can also use the BratBusters Behaviour Board since they are three and over, and have their rule be follow bedtime routine. Not sure where to start in your calm leadership journey? Check out my BratBusters Behaviour Board that I send to my parenting newsletter, linked in my bio. Then, if you’re interested in learning the tools I teach for parenting like a calm leader, check out the BratBusters Bootcamp, linked in my bio. ` ` ` #Parenting101 #PositiveParenting #ParentingSkills #FamilyWellness #BedtimeRoutines #BedtimeBattles

My nearly 2 year old bites other children on the face, what to do? You need to watch your toddler like a hawk to protect other kids. If it happens at your house, I would say no, and I would say to the other kid, oh, here you go, you get to play with their favourite toy. Then, I would take his favourite toy and give it to the other child, and say, oh, that’s too bad who you get to play with that now. It’s the idea that you did something mean, now you have to do something nice for the other person. Remember with toddlers, it’s about consistency. It’s about staying consistent every time they try to bite. Looking for extra guidance on parenting toddlers? Check out the toddler courses I’ve created  covering tantrums, potty training, bedtime battles, and toddlers who hit and bite, linked in my bio. ` ` ` #ToddlerBehaviour #ToddlerTips #ToddlerLearning #ToddlerGrowth #ToddlerMom #ToddlerDad #ToddlerMoms #ToddlerDads

As a parent, what things are important to correct or discipline versus just let go and ignore? You want to address everything, but it’s the approach that differs depending on what it is. So for example tantrums are not bad behavior. They’re just a loss of emotional control about not getting their own way. That’s why I ignore the tantrum itself. You’re right there with them, staying calm, but I wouldn’t discuss the tantrum before, during, or after. Same goes with attitude. It will organically take care of itself when you’re a leader. But if they’re doing something bad like an action, I never let that go. Here’s the thing, when you’re starting out with becoming a leader, you can’t address it all at once. Deal with one thing per week, and build onto the momentum. Not sure where to start in your calm leadership journey? Check out my BratBusters Behaviour Board that I send to my parenting newsletter, linked in my bio. Then, if you’re interested in learning the tools I teach for parenting like a calm leader, check out the BratBusters Bootcamp, linked in my bio. ` ` ` #ParentingDiscussion #ParentingNetwork #ParentingConfidence #ParentingConnection