Tantrums are every parent’s uninvited guests; they arrive suddenly, make a lot of noise, and refuse to leave until they’ve created drama worthy of an Oscar stage. While smartphones and cartoons may feel like the quickest “emergency exit,” they don’t solve the real issue and often make tantrums more frequent. The good news? There are fun and clever ways to calm your child without handing over a device. With a mix of connection, patience and creativity, tantrum time can turn into growth time. Here are seven smart parent-approved tricks that actually work. Give their feelings a name, it instantly reduces the meltdown Instead of “Stop crying right now,” try “You’re upset because we left the park, right?” When kids feel understood, the emotional storm loses intensity. Naming the feeling

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