Why your toddler is pushing your buttons

A mom and child playing together on the floor.

 

"My toddler won't listen!" - Ever encountered defiance from your 2 or 3-year old and it's driving you nuts? Breathe. In this short video, our early childhood experts Rachel and Claire share tips to manage these situations with calm and confidence.  

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Listener Questions: Helping Children with Big Emotions: Whether you’re preparing for a new baby, answering complicated questions, or encountering defiance from a toddler, it’s important to give yourself grace. Guiding your children through these moments will not only help them build resilience and understanding, but will ensure they know you’re there for them no matter how tricky life may get.

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About the Author
Rachel Robertson
Chief Academic Officer
As Chief Academic Officer at Bright Horizons, Rachel leads the education, curriculum, and field learning & development teams, contributing to the development of young children, and employees who teach early childhood education. Rachel is host of the Bright Horizons parenting podcast, Teach, Play, Love: Parenting Advice for the Early Years.
A mom and child playing together on the floor.

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