Avoiding Conflict can lead to Bossy Kids #parentingtips #transformativeparenting #shorts

It is normal and natural and part of life for kids to build up frustration over time. Even if you're doing a great job as a parent, things will frustrate your child and they will get to the point where you can just feel like they might erupt into some kind of aggression like hitting, biting, yelling, tantrums, or a meltdown. And it is also normal and natural for parents to want to avoid this. The thing is, if your child is really full of frustration, you probably can't avoid it. Yes, you might delay it by making things better for them in the moment. When a child is full of frustration, they are much more likely to start getting bossy in a really edgy way. It's almost like they're threatening us with a meltdown if we don't give in to their demands. One of the main ways a parent needs to stay in the lead with their kids is by setting firm but compassionate limits with them when they're full of frustration. It is a huge mistake to try to avoid your children feeling their frustration because you're just trying to make them happy in the moment or because you're trying to avoid a meltdown. It's not what they need.