How to Survive an Upset Child

Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled by JLML Press

May 5, 202632:34Health

When your child melts down, do you freeze, give in, or reach for a distraction trick? Janet explains why trying to stop the storm only makes it worse and how your own triggers and discomfort may be driving your response....

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