Whining & Temper Tantrums: Toddler to Teens

One of the many questions we get from parents every year is, "How do I get my child, or even teenager, to stop whining and throwing a temper tantrum?

As we head into summer, these troublesome behaviors tend to ramp up and many parents notice more emotional outbursts, more complaining, more frustration, and more battles at home. So this week we will look at: Why kids whine and throw tantrums, what may actually be fueling the behavior and what are some practical ways to respond that bring more peace and emotional health into your home.