3 Critical Things Every Parent of Toddlers Should Know

✨ 🔗 Want proven strategies beyond toddler behavior from a child psychologist? Register for the free workshop → https://www.drlindsayemmerson.com/workshop   Most parenting advice about toddler behavior gets it completely backwards — and if you've been following it, you may be accidentally training your toddler to keep doing the exact thing you're trying to stop. This video breaks down the 3 most critical things that determine whether toddlerhood becomes a season of power struggles — or a foundation for cooperation that lasts well beyond these years.   In this episode: → The uncomfortable truth about what your toddler is actually learning from watching you → Why "because I said so" is working against you — and the one-sentence fix → The specific type of choice that stops a power struggle before it starts → What "loving authority" actually looks like in practice → Why the work you do in years 1–4 becomes the relationship capital you spend in the teenage years   💬 Comment CALM below if you're ready to stop being held hostage by your toddler's emotions and yours.   #toddlerbehavior #toddlertantrums #toddlerdiscipline #parentingtoddlers #toddlerparenting *** New to my podcast?  I'm Dr. Lindsay Emmerson, a clinical psychologist and Mom of 4, and I help parents find that sweet spot between support and structure that psychology research tells us is best for families now and best for our kids in the future. ------------------------------------------- Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@drlindsayemmerson ------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: The advice provided on my channel is different from therapy and does not substitute for professional psychological treatment or other types of professional advice or intervention.  Never disregard the advice of a medical professional or postpone seeking professional medical advice related to anything you hear on this channel.   If you or your child have concerns or need further parenting or personal support, please contact a physician or other qualified local health professional. 00:00 – 01:08 | Intro 01:08 – 02:55 | The Habit Most Parents Don't Realize They're Teaching 02:55 – 05:01 | Why "Because I Said So" Backfires 05:01 – 07:04 | The Choice That Stops a Power Struggle 07:04 – 09:11 | What This Builds Toward