Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled What to Say and Do During a Meltdown
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Oct 21, 2025 Explore the power of respectful communication in handling toddler meltdowns and medical procedures. A parent's journey through a 45-minute meltdown reveals deep insights on emotional understanding. Discover how honest dialogue prepares children for experiences like nasal vaccines, promoting cooperation. Janet discusses co-regulation techniques to keep parents grounded during crises. The episode emphasizes embracing difficult feelings and imaginative reflection to foster connection and comprehension between parents and their children.
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Preparing A Child For A Vaccine
- A parent prepared their two-and-a-half-year-old for a nasal flu vaccine by demonstrating the spray and explaining the process calmly.
- The child accepted the procedure sitting on the parent's lap after being told the truth and given choice and reassurance.
Co-Regulate By Calming Yourself First
- Let go of the need to fix and focus on co-regulating by calming yourself first.
- Stay honest and accepting with your child while managing your own anxiety to avoid escalating the situation.
A 45-Minute Meltdown Revealed Change
- A toddler had a 45-minute meltdown at breakfast that the parent weathered by nodding and acknowledging feelings.
- The parent later discovered the meltdown related to changes at childcare and adjusted communication accordingly.