12/15/2025
Toddlers aren’t giving you a hard time—they’re having a hard time.🧡
Challenging behaviors are often a child’s way of saying:
“I need help,” “I’m overwhelmed,” or “I don’t know how to express this yet.”
💡 What can help?
• Get down to their level and name the feeling.
• Offer simple choices to reduce overwhelm.
• Model the words or gestures they can use instead.
• Keep routines predictable—they help little ones feel safe.
• Respond with calm and consistency (even when it’s hard).
With the right support, children can learn healthier ways to communicate their needs—and caregivers gain tools to support them with confidence.
✨ Behavior is communication. Connection builds skills.🧡