71. Mastering Toddler Tantrums!

Tired of endless toddler tantrums leaving you exhausted and clueless? Discover how to transform those meltdowns into moments of connection and growth!

In this episode of the Modern Indian Parent Podcast, host Sanchita Daswani chats with Dr. Ishinna B. Sadana, a parenting coach, TEDx speaker, and author of the national bestseller “POWER TO THE PARENT.” Dr. Ishinna, a mother of two, shares expert insights on toddler tantrums, explaining why they happen and how they stem from a child’s developing brain and emotions. Perfect for mothers with children under 5, this episode covers parenting tips for handling tantrums, building emotional intelligence in kids, and navigating family advice from grandparents.

Learn practical strategies to manage child behavior, reduce motherhood stress, and foster positive Indian parenting habits for a harmonious family life.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro and journey of Ishinna

04:53 What are tantrums?

08:45 Game changing tip when child is having a tantrum

12:00 How to handle screaming tantrums?

17:43 Why are so many parents scared of their child’s emotions?

20:35 Why handling tantrums starts with our reaction

24:00 How to handle kids with violent tantrums?

27:35 How to handle kids who whine a lot?

30:24 How to handle bed time refusals?

35:49 How to help navigate strong willed children?

39:04 Child doesn’t want to go to class, how to handle this

45:04 What to do when elders don’t agree with your parenting style

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