them.Our expert saysSharon Charlton-Thomson, 38, is a former nanny who set up the Parent Coaching Company in Bath, Somerset, two years ago. Trained in family therapy and psychotherapy, she helps parents solve their children's emotional and behavioural
she wanted to avoid gender stereotyping while raising her son. ‘Gender affects what children wear and what they can play with, and that shapes the kind of person they become,’ said Beth.We want to know what you think. Are we conditioning boys and girls
, or during a long car journey? If you pre-empt the situations that trigger difficult behaviour in your little one, you’ll be better equipped to avoid them or have a distraction ready.VIEW LIFE THROUGH THEIR OWN EYESTry to see things from your toddler’s point
her things within easy reach so when you get to your new home your toddler can help you 'unpack'. If you're not moving far, don't switch toddler group or nursery, and avoid other potentially stressful situations, such as potty training. 'It
period of time, so insisting on it is likely to lead to outbursts of impulsive behaviour, such as food thrown on the floor or manic wriggling until they can get down, says Kitty. Accept your childs limitations and work around them. Learn to anticipate
carrot sticks and chopped grapes. Avoid junk food, such as crisps, especially if your kids suffer car sickness, as it'll make them feel even more queasy. Make sure you've got plenty of water as dehydration can trigger tantrums. In toddlers, not you
're simply showing similar behaviour to that of your child, and it will make the situation worse.Tantrums are frightening,' says Clive. But if a child sees the person they depend on getting angry with them, it's even more scary. Try to stay calm
