Setting Boundaries and Responding to Tantrums with Empathy

Parents' fear of not teaching their children to refrain from touching forbidden objects may be unnecessary in the early years as children naturally learn boundaries through development. It is important to set limits and boundaries by redirecting the child's focus or moving to a different location to avoid unnecessary conflicts. When dealing with tantrums, it is crucial to recognize that the child is experiencing a stress response and respond with empathy as if they were physically hurt, providing comfort and care to help them regulate their emotions.