Small children, big feelings

Kate and Amelia are diving straight into the tumultuous world of infant emotional regulation – in other words, tantrums! 

Guiding us is an expert on coaching kids and parents through the tough stuff, ⁠Madhavi Nawana Parker⁠. Madhavi teaches us what to do in that meltdown moment, what's going on, why, and how finding connection helps us as much as our toddlers.

Madhavi is a behaviour consultant, counsellor, and Director of Positive Minds Australia who’s written many books on social and emotional wellbeing. Get in touch with Madhavi via positivemindsaustralia.com.au 

Raising Children Network has some excellent resources on tantrums and self-regulation. Also check out the Gottman Institute’s guide.  

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