Through The Years Child Center

09/29/2022

Can we let you in on a secret? You can lower the intensity, frequency, + duration of your toddler's tantrums, starting TODAY.🤯

If you have a toddler, you're living inside of a tantrum tornado🌪️ The crayon is too "purpley" or they wanted you to peel their banana BUT NOT LIKE THAT🌪️

But, the way that WE, the parents, respond to the tantrum can either shorten the duration + intensity - or make it last longer + go harder.🤯

🌈 When we say, "Stop crying!" "calm down" → just like if someone told YOU to "calm down" when YOU'RE upset, they're gonna explode MORE, longer, harder.
🌈 When we say, "FINE! One more episode of Elmo" → your kid just learned next time they should tantrum harder, + longer to get that Elmo.

So, instead, the key to taming those tantrums?
✨ACCEPT THEM✨

Here's your 🌪️ script:
✨SEE THEM: “I hear you really wanted more iPad time NOW.”

✨OK THE FEELING: “It’s ok to feel mad/sad that iPad time is over for today.”

✨BOUNDARY: “We will have more iPad time tomorrow.” Notice how “allowing the tantrum” doesn’t equal “allow them to have anything they want.” They’re allowed to ask, + we’re allowed to hold boundaries. Support them through their upset feelings.

You'd be SHOCKED by how simply saying, "I see you're feeling mad/sad. That's tough." Can be a game changer in and of itself.

And, while we have TONS of tricks that dramatically shorten tantrums, they will NEVER go away entirely, they're actually healthy. Wait WHAT?! “How could a tantrum be healthy? It’s a totally inappropriate way to deal with feelings/wanting something!”

Here's the DL on those toddler tantrums:

🧠 Their brains haven’t yet formed the areas that help manage emotions
🌪 Since they don’t have strong language skills yet, they express through their bodies
⚡️Their concept of time is totally different, so they can’t understand why something can’t happen RIGHT NOW
✨Toddlers have a lot of emotion + energy and, just like adults, need a HEALTHY release in the way of crying

✨Struggling with tantrums, power struggles and disciplining in a way that both WORKS + protects your child's self esteem? Our course, Winning the Toddler, is here to help! For parents with kids ages 1-6. Link in bio✨

09/29/2022

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09/29/2022

01/17/2022

Center will be closed today 1/17 due to staff shortages. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Stay safe today, see you on Tuesday

10/12/2021

Working in daycare setting with lead teacher implementing activities. Light cleaning

10/12/2021

Through the Years Child Care Center will be hiring teacher assistants
Please email [email protected] to set up an interview

08/30/2021

Through the Years Child Center is hiring a lead teacher for our infant room. Must have a CDA or an associates degree in early childhood education or related field. Email resume to [email protected]

08/17/2021

Must have CDA certification or AA degree in Early childhood ed. or related field. 4 star rated center for 3 year olds. Plan curriculum, assessments screenings.

08/12/2021

Working with children to learn and develop

06/11/2021

Teachers aide experience preferred but not mandatory

05/18/2021

Looking for teacher assistants for Through the Years Child Center. Must be 18 and have a diploma. Experience preferred but not necessary. Email me at [email protected] to call 330-874-8687