Tantrums are one of the most triggering parts of parenting… and if we’re being honest, sometimes it feels easier to just give in and make it stop.
In this episode of Not Your Therapist, we’re talking about what tantrums actually mean, why giving in backfires, and how well-meaning parents unintentionally reinforce entitled behavior without realizing it.
Because here’s the truth:
It’s not about the tantrum — it’s about what your child learns from your response to it.
Kayla shares her own experience as a mom navigating meltdowns, the internal pull to “fix it,” and what it really takes to stay consistent when your child is losing it.
We’ll cover:
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I know I shouldn’t give in… but I just want this to end,” this episode is for you.
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