Get inside your toddler's brain and manage meltdowns and other behavioral challenges like a pro.
Real advice from a seasoned mom, of four children ages 3 and under, with a wealth of hands-on experience.
Remember how over the moon you were with excitement when you found out you were going to be a parent?
You couldn't wait to hold your little bundle of joy in your arms.
You read all the books, attended all the classes, and felt as prepared for parenting as you could be.But nothing could have prepared you for the reality of raising a toddler.
Two years in and 'the little bundle of joy' is now a full-blown ball of energy and curiosity, always eager to explore and test your limits.
You often struggle to keep up with them, feeling exhausted and overwhelmed most days.
Becoming a parent means giving your all to your tiny human. But no matter how much of yourself you give, it somehow still always feels like it isn't enough.
Welcome to parenthood.
A continuous cycle of stress and fatigue takes over the charm of cute socks and colorful toys. The pressure to always be at 100% sometimes can reduce overwhelmed parents to 0%.
So before you start feeling isolated and alone, unable to share your struggles with your friends and family, this guide is here to help you.
In this verbal trip to relaxed parenting, you'll discover:
- Guilt-free tips to prioritize taking care of yourself first - healthy mom = healthy baby
- How to create a routine for the consistent care of your tiny tot (employ this sample schedule!)
- 5+ strategies for staying calm while dealing with tantrums - tears, wailing, and screaming won't help your kid get what they want anymore
- Practical strategies to stop the hitting, kicking, and biting once and for all with a neat reward system for good behavior
- 3-step reflective listening skills so your kid has no doubt that they are always heard and paid attention to
- Pro tips to stop the whining and build productive ways of expression
- What other parents do - tried and tested tips from parents so you know the best possible way of helping your child
- Trackers, checklists, flashcards, charts, and other interactive tools to assist you in developing good habits in your toddler
And much more!
It won't always be easy, and there will be days when you'll feel like you're barely holding it together. But with the strategies you've explored in this book, such days will become tolerable and far less frequent.
Remember to be patient and kind to yourself and your child. Your dedication and effort will pay off in the form of a happy, healthy, and thriving child.
Positive parenting awaits!
