28-Month-Old Toddler: Your Little Tantrum Thrower
Tips for mitigating meltdowns plus toddler games we love.
By Babylist Team
Your Little Tantrum Thrower
Because your 28-month-old is still working up their vocabulary—which might include using 3-word sentences right around now!—there’s a good chance they’re still reaching for the right words to express their emotions. Cue: tantrums. These Montessori-inspired techniques can help you both calm down in the moment, whether you’re at home or trying to cope with big feelings in public.
Did You Know?
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