E17 They're being naughty and out of sorts, what do I do?
The Parenting Podcast: Growing and Learning TogetherShow Notes
In this episode, I share how I helped a mummy reframe her frustration when she came me saying they're naughty, out of sorts and biting me! Looking through the lens of her child who had recently started nursery, we explored what was going on for them, we looked at why they were reacting in this way, how their brain is developing, and how they were trying to come back to safety. I offer some support as to how you can manage these situations, what you need to focus on and make sure...
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