Parenting: How do I help my child deal with big emotions and tantrums?

Does your toddler throw tantrums or need help dealing with big emotions? 

You’ve come to the right place! In episode 3 of “The Health Wrap”, brought to you by Mediclinic Prime, we discuss this very important topic with Dr Happy Setsiba. Whether you’re dreading the ‘terrible twos’ or want to hide from the disdainful looks every time your child tantrums at the grocery store, we’re here to help. 

Here are some of the highlights from this episode: 

[00:05:40] Tantrums defined. 

[00:08:59] Which age or stage tantrums tend to start. 

[00:11:24] Frequency of tantrums and big emotions.

[00:13:20] Why children throw tantrums. 

[00:16:14] Red flags to watch out during tantrums. 

[00:20:22] Recommended healthcare professionals that can help you and your child that throws tantrum. 

[00:27:44] Skills you can teach your child to navigate big emotions. 

​​[00:31:09] What to do when your child has a tantrum.

[00:37:15] The relationship between diet and tantrums. 

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Links you should know about: 

Sign up for Mediclinic Prime: https://forms.mediclinic.co.za/prime

Mediclinic Prime Page: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/mediclinicprime.html

Dr Happy Setsiba: https://www.mediclinic.co.za/en/corporate/doctors/4/dr-happy-setsiba.html

More info on tantrums, ADHD and healthy eating: https://www.mediclinicinfohub.co.za/ 

More on temper tantrums: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/14406-temper-tantrums#:~:text=Temper%20tantrums%20are%20a%20normal,still%20seek%20a%20parent's%20attention

Mediclinic Webinar: The Difficult Child https://vimeo.com/673243476/40ababf9d3

Tantrum Red Flags: https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/child-tantrum-behavior-disorder

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