BTDT Mom's - Temper Tantrums

I need some advice/guidance on how to handle my 1year olds temper tantrums. Now that she can walk she is bringing me over to what she wants and if I don't give it to her or do what she is asking she gets hysterical. I have been just walking away at that point, but for how long? She doesn't seem to settle herself alone. I know she is still so young so I guess I'm confused as to how to show her the behavior isn't okay without completly neglectling her. I know some children give up easy than others. Let's say she isn't one of this kids.

I'm sure this sounds ridiculous, but as a first time mom with a spirited toddler I really need some guidiance. I appericate any advice you can give.

Re: BTDT Mom's - Temper Tantrums

Reese does the same thing..She FREAK'S out..to the point where she get hysterical and will not stop..I have been told to ignore the behavior but when i do that she gets more hysterical as if i'm neglecting her..If she is in the middle of the tantrum and i pick her up she HITS me. It seems like she will only calm down if i pick her up and console her and tell her that what she is doing is NOT ok. But part of me wants to just ignore..I guess i am no help but need help. Sorry to bust in on your post. The worst is if we are out in public and she wants me to pick her up out of her stroller and i won't..or if we are in music class and i want her to sit with the other kids and she doesn't and then i pick her up and she freaks out..I guess anyone out there ADVISE desperately needed.

Re: BTDT Mom's - Temper Tantrums

I ignore them and walk out of the room. In public, I also ignore her.

Usually when i walk away, after a couple seconds she'll follow me, then I'll get down to her level and say very calmly ..like "No you can't have your shoes on, we are staying in" or "we need to use our words" or "mommy loves you" and walk away again.

Usually she'll calm down when she knows it isn't working. I just make sure she's in a safe place.

Key is to be consistent no matter where you are. Even little toddlers can manipulate you to get what they want