Weekend Wisdom: How Do I Handle All These Big Feelings & Big Behaviors?
Question: My 2nd grader, adopted domestically, has some pretty big, hard reactions, like tantrums, clingy whining, and difficulty cooperating or sharing. We know there was prenatal substance exposure. I feel stuck to help them with their big feelings — what do I do to help them day to day?
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Resources:
- 5 Tips to Save Your Sanity While Raising Kids with Prenatal Substance Exposure
- Prenatal Exposure, Part 1: Parenting Babies Through Elementary Ages
- Tantrums, Meltdowns, Whining, Oh My! How to Parent Challenging Behaviors
- Free E-Guide: Navigating Challenging Behaviors – Practical Strategies for Families
Music Credit: Michael Ashworth; Podcast Producer: megownsoundworks.com; Photo by Alina Matveycheva from Pexels: https://www.pexels.com/photo/mother-cheering-up-her-upset-daughter-17049344/