The Irish Sun
Mum shares quick hack to stop toddler having a meltdown & it works in 1 minute
A BUSY mum has revealed a super simple trick to stop your toddler from having a meltdown, and it takes just a few seconds to work. Getting your littl…
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Gentle Parenting: How One Mother Calms Toddler Tantrums in Under a Minute
A recent video by content creator Kendra has garnered significant attention for its demonstration of a gentle parenting technique aimed at de-escalating toddler tantrums quickly and effectively. The video, uploaded on May 14, 2025, showcases Kendra's interaction with her two-year-old daughter, who becomes upset after a television show is turned off. Kendra begins by calmly acknowledging her daughter's frustration, stating, "You're mad that I took the show, that the show is all done? You feel mad?" She then encourages her daughter to verbalize her emotions, prompting her to say, "Mommy, I'm mad." Following this, Kendra introduces a physical outlet for the child's anger, asking, "If you're mad, we can stomp. Do you wanna get up and stomp with me?" The mother and child then engage in stomping together, a technique Kendra notes is her daughter's current favorite way to calm down. Once the child's emotions are regulated, Kendra redirects her attention to a positive activity, suggesting, "Would you like to read together now?" The video concludes with both the two-year-old and an older four-year-old expressing gratitude, saying, "Thank you for my show," highlighting the importance of teaching appreciation for screen time. The video has sparked considerable discussion online, with many viewers praising the approach. A pediatric occupational therapist commented, "Round of applause!! This is phenomenal!! As a pediatric OT, I work very hard to educate parents on how to redirect their children when they become upset and dysregulated. I definitely plan on showing this as an example!!" However, some comments offered alternative perspectives, suggesting ignoring tantrums or questioning the effectiveness of certain steps.
The Sun
Mum shares quick hack to stop toddler having a meltdown & it works in 1 minute
A BUSY mum has revealed a super simple trick to stop your toddler from having a meltdown, and it takes just a few seconds to work. Getting your littl…
The Scottish Sun
Mum shares quick hack to stop toddler having a meltdown & it works in 1 minute
A BUSY mum has revealed a super simple trick to stop your toddler from having a meltdown, and it takes just a few seconds to work. Getting your littl…
