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How do i make it through the terrible twos?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

With patience: The two's are a blend of frustration and exploration for kids. They don't want you interfering but demand that you stay near to nurture & act as their servant. Lacking good communication means they use fits as a substitute for the cries that used to get them everything. When they fit, don't lock eyes & monitor from peripheral vision. Don't take it personal. Meditate. Get time away. It will pass.

Answered 8/20/2014

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Tell your child what: behaviors you want at her receptive language level. Set rules for a few important ones; follow through with immediate consequences. Learn effective use of time-out from "Little People" by Christopherson & 1-2-3 Magic. It's her job to test limits & your job to maintain safe limits. Give her lots of "time-in", immediately reward behaviors you want. Read, play & ignoring mildly annoying behaviors.

Answered 6/8/2014

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