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What is Gentle Parenting? A Tired Mom’s Guide with Real Examples

My dear friend! I hope you are doing well. I know full well that if you are reading this, it means you care deeply about your children. You want to be a wonderful mother, and that is a beautiful thing. Yesterday morning, my youngest son lay on the kitchen floor, crying inconsolably. He was sobbing simply because he couldn't find his favorite toy. He cried so hard that his face turned bright red, and he even flung his shoes to the other side of the room. If you often find yourself in this situation, knowing What to Do When a Toddler Throws a Tantrum  meltdown can help you handle it without losing your peace.  For a split second, my old habits kicked in; I felt the urge to shout, "Stop crying over that toy right now!" I felt that familiar tightness rising in my chest. But then, I composed myself and took a deep breath. I remembered what I had been practicing over the past few years. I walked over and sat on the floor beside him. When he looked up, I didn't scold him;...