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Terrible Twos
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Two-year-olds have long been saddled with a bad reputation. Alternately clingy, whiny, negative, fearful, and loud, their unpredictable behavior is epic, and it's often been written off as the "Terrible Twos." But just what does this dreaded moniker mean?
The Terrible Twos are often characterized by oppositional behavior, mood changes, and temper tantrums. "No" becomes a favorite word. All are considered normal parts of child development, say the authors of "What to Expect: The Toddler Years." This is in part due to the fact that a toddler's ability to communicate hasn't caught up with his desire to communicate, hence his frustration and challenging behavior....
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Two can be a rough spot for some families but it is also a great time for your growing child. At two your child is probably learning to play more independently, say more words and communicate in new and exciting ways. Their frustrated displays usually come when they can?t seem to communicate or they are over stimulated or tired. Make sure they are eating well, napping and getting the exercise they need to curb the tantrums. But try to enjoy the twos, despite the tantrums, they really are an amazing time.
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I agree with the above but I wanted to add this also. Two is not the only time that you will deal with this terrible behavior. This might be the first time it is really being noticed but children of all ages will have moments that are too tough for them to handle. The way I deal with it is to talk to them about why they are acting the way they are. Try to get them to tell you why they were so upset then you can help them deal with their emotions better.
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