Baby having a tantrum: how should I respond?
⚡ Short answer: Tantrums at 18 months are normal; staying calm, naming the emotion, and offering reassurance are most effective — punishment and reasoning don't work at this age.
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18 aylık bebek annesi · Development
My baby is having tantrums, throwing himself on the floor and screaming. How should I handle it?
Maiyko AI ADVISOR
The real reply from the in-app AI advisor
Tantrums at this age are completely normal — don't feel alone. At 18 months, your child notices his own desires but can't yet express them with words — so frustration comes out through his body.
The most effective thing you can do: stay calm during a tantrum, name the emotion with a short phrase ("You're angry, you couldn't get the toy"), and stay nearby offering reassurance. Reasoning or punishment doesn't work at this age. When the tantrum passes, normalize it and move on.
One warning: if he's hurting himself or others, holding his breath, or if tantrums intensify and happen more often as he gets older, talk to your pediatrician. For now, this phase is temporary and will pass.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
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