Proactive ways to avoid tantrums of kids in public

                                                   

Have you seen kids throwing tantrums in full public view, in the middle of the marketplace, in the park, or maybe at the clinic? You thought your kids will not behave like that, until one day your kid actually embarrasses you with an unstoppable tantrum. It is natural whether you like it or not.
However, it can be avoided, diverted, or managed with some proactive ways How? Let's read now!

Proactive ways to avoid tantrums of kids in public

Share your list of work to be done or shopping list 

                                                       
Start planning for a smooth shopping experience with your child from home itself. Share the purpose of your visit, the necessary things you need to buy/ do. Let him know how he will benefit if this task is done smoothly. Interestingly, the child will look forward to the shopping experience with you.

Let the child make his own shopping list to avoid tantrums in public.

Allot specific tasks to your child while grocery shopping

Show your kid the items you need to buy such as corn flakes, biscuits, etc. Ask him to look out for these cartons/ packets while in the store so that he focuses on your purchases and not his own. This would prompt his participation in your work without getting diverted to other things that may lead to tantrums.

Ask your child to make his own list

 Ask your child at home to share what he/ she wants from the store and discuss whether you can fulfill that requirement or not. If the thing is worthy then note it down in your list in front of him so that he is assured that his demand will be met. So chances of the kid being happy and not cranky are higher!

Never move out of the house on an empty stomach

Before you step out with your kid especially for shopping, always have a good meal/ snack time with him. That will ensure your toddler/ kid will not throw tantrum to buy a snack or drink for him as soon as you reach the store. Though it's a bit difficult that your toddler does not cry for anything at all yet you can take this proactive action.

                                           

Also, you can allow him to carry his own small bag with his favorite snack, biscuit, book, and toy which may help him to stay engaged for a longer duration.

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Make rules and stay consistent

Tell your child clearly how to voice his demands when outside. Also, make clear he can have his way only if he is polite enough and tantrums will only lead to loss of rewards. In addition, you can inform him that you are going for a definite time to complete certain tasks and need to return on time.

You can give him options for enjoying his toy or listening to music or reading a book if he feels bored. All the while, you need to repeat the rules of staying calm and polite when you go out so that the child remembers them before throwing a tantrum.

Keeping engaged is the mantra

        

Discover your own unique way to engage your kid.

Keep talking to your child or make stories so that your kid remains entertained. Remember the problem generally starts the moment he has nothing to do or think about. On your trip, sing a song,  show him different colors, and teach him different shapes to keep his mind occupied.

For an older child, you can explore a whole lot of conversation which allows him to think more and stay occupied. If all this does not suffice then you have your phone to offer him a quick diversion from public meltdown to staying calm!

Try these parenting tips to avoid the tantrums of kids while outside for a great experience!

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