Surviving the Toddler Tantrum Tornado: A Workshop for Parents Who Deserve a Medal

Ever tried reasoning with a toddler mid-tantrum? It’s like negotiating with a tiny, irrational dictator whose main demand is: More biscuits. Right now. Or else.

One moment, they’re a giggling cherub. The next? Flat on the floor, limbs flailing, channeling the spirit of a professional football player who just got mildly bumped. But don’t worry — we’ve got your back.

Introducing the Understanding Emotions Workshop for Parents of Toddlers, where we tackle tantrums head-on (not literally… please don’t headbutt a tantrumming toddler). Think of it as a crash course in toddler emotions without the crash — or at least with fewer crashing toy cars.

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Why This Workshop is a Must (Besides the Free Hot Drink)

Let’s face it: Toddlers have big feelings in tiny bodies. And sometimes, those feelings come out louder than a fire alarm in a burnt toast incident. This workshop will help you:

• Understand why toddlers throw tantrums (Hint: It’s not because they’re plotting your downfall… probably).

• Learn how to respond like a calm, wise parenting guru (or at least fake it until bedtime).

• Get practical strategies to help your child navigate their emotional rollercoaster without sending you into one.

• Connect with other parents who have also endured the spaghetti-on-the-floor phase.

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The Science of Tantrums

Here's the deal: Tantrums are the sign of bad parenting or bad behaviour. Tantrums are a natural part of growing up.

Emotional Regulation: Toddlers are still developing the brain areas responsible for emotional regulation. The prefrontal cortex, which helps with impulse control, isn’t fully formed until their mid-twenties! So, expecting a two-year-old to stay calm when denied a cookie is like expecting a goldfish to solve a Rubik’s cube.

Limited Vocabulary: Imagine feeling deeply upset but not having the words to explain why. Frustrating, right? That’s a toddler’s everyday experience.

• Big Emotions: Little bodies, big emotions. Fear, frustration, and excitement can be overwhelming. Tantrums are often their way of saying, “I can’t handle this!”

• Emotional Regulation: Toddlers are still developing the brain areas responsible for emotional regulation. The prefrontal cortex, which helps with impulse control, isn’t fully formed until their mid-twenties! So, expecting a two-year-old to stay calm when denied a biscuit is like expecting a goldfish to solve a Rubik’s cube.

• Limited Vocabulary: Imagine feeling deeply upset but not having the words to explain why. Frustrating, right? That’s a toddler’s everyday experience.

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What You’ll Learn

We’re keeping things interactive because nobody wants to listen to a lecture while mentally planning their grocery list. Here’s a sneak peek:

• Tantrum Talk: You’ll brainstorm why tantrums happen, with a little game of “What Emotion is This?” Bonus points for your best imitation of a frustrated toddler who just lost a sock.

• Choice Power: Learn how giving two options instead of one can make your child feel like a boss, while you secretly maintain control. Example: “Would you like to wear the red socks or the blue socks?” Boom. You win.

• Bubble Breaks: Discover how blowing bubbles isn’t just for Instagram aesthetics — it’s also a sneaky breathing exercise for calming down. Plus, it’s really hard to cry while popping bubbles. Trust us.

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Real Talk

We’re not promising tantrum-free living. (If we could, we’d be millionaires and possibly ruling the world.) But we will give you tools, tips, and the emotional resilience of a bedtime-story marathoner.

And hey, even if your child still throws themselves to the ground because their banana broke in half, at least you’ll know why it happened. Spoiler: It’s not about the banana.

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Join Us!

Workshops run throughout the year. Check out the website for upcoming dates and venues.

Leave with newfound confidence, practical solutions, and maybe even a new friend who also hides in the toilet for a moment of peace.

Your toddler’s tantrums might be epic, but your parenting skills can be even more legendary. Come laugh, learn, and conquer the tantrum tornado.

See you there!