When Ignoring Tantrums Goes Too Far

Learn more at https://bratbusters.com In this episode, Lisa discusses her thoughts on approaching tantrums. She covers her general approach, the tantrum aftermath, tantrums about needs compared to wants, the importance of connection with calm leadership parenting, and not having a conversation with others during your child’s tantrums. Lastly, Lisa addresses six listener questions, discussing handling toddler tantrums over needs, what to do when a 5-year-old becomes destructive when things don’t go his way, how to navigate co-parenting transition time, and how to respond when a 19-month-old throws tantrums in public. She then explores strategies for managing twin tantrums from 19-month-olds and finishes by clarifying the difference in her opinion between soothing compared to rewarding a tantrum. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Ignoring Tantrums 01:35 Lisa’s General Approach to Tantrums 04:13 Approach the Tantrum Aftermath 06:21 Tantrums About Needs Compared to Wants 14:18 The Importance of Connection With Calm Leadership Parenting 16:25 Not Having a Conversation During Your Child’s Tantrum 23:50 Listener Question 1: Toddler Tantrums Over Needs? 24:16 Listener Question 2: 5-Year-Old Becomes Destructive When Things Don’t Go His Way? 30:53 Listener Question 3: Co-Parenting Transition Time? 35:51 Listener Question 4: 19-Month-Old Throws Tantrums in Public? 39:32 Listener Question 5: Twin Tantrums From 19-Month-Olds? 41:21 Listener Question 6: Soothing Compared to Rewarding a Tantrum? 44:38 Final Thoughts on How Lisa Approaches Tantrums With Calm Leadership Parenting Thank you for joining us! If you’re looking to learn more about the BratBusters Behaviour Board, parenting courses, and more, visit https://bratbusters.com today. Have a parenting question you’d like to submit for a chance to be featured in an upcoming podcast? You can submit yours here https://bratbusters.com/podcast-quest... Let’s Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bratbusters... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bratbusterspa... YouTube:    / @bratbustersparenting   Facebook:   / bratbustersparenting   Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer