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Melting Down Meltdowns: Sometimes Tantrums aren’t Tantrums

January 27, 2025 by jennifer Leave a Comment

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“I have learned through the years that the ‘normal’ person will look at meltdowns and perceive it to be a simple temper tantrum being thrown by a brat who has a parent that can’t control them. Nothing could be further from the truth.”

CLICK HERE TO READ:  Melting Down the Meltdown: Sometimes Tantrums aren’t Tantrums

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  • How to Stay Calm During a Toddler Meltdown

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