Tantrums!

We love toddlers here! We want parents to feel the same way.
Hopefully this link is helpful:

http://www.janetlansbury.com/2012/11/tantrums-and-meltdowns-my-secret-for-staying-calm-when-my-kids-arent/

and from yet another blog posting of hers:

"Slow down. Rather than rush when he’s screaming, kicking and hitting, go even slower. Take a little break and just acknowledge. Finding humor in the situation might inspire you to be playful, create some silly jokes and games together. These suggestions are applicable to feedings, baths, dressing, bedtime rituals, just about any toddler situation. When you take on the persona of a confident leader and your overall demeanor is relaxed and accepting, the struggles should subside…or at least not bother you as much."

Infant & toddler sleep challenges

For the parents in our group on a rough ride through this adjustment period.
From Janet Lansbury's blog:

http://www.janetlansbury.com/2010/12/changing-toddler-sleep-habits-guest-post-by-eileen-henry/

Separation anxiety:
http://www.janetlansbury.com/2012/04/calming-your-clingy-child/

Neuroplasticity & "mommy mind meld":
http://www.janetlansbury.com/2012/04/the-mommy-mind-meld-guest-post-by-marcy-axness-part-2/
The above article is by Marcy Axness, PhD, author of Parenting for Peace: Raising the Next Generation of Peacemakers 

Good luck, everyone!

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