2.1K
2. Choices
One of the main reasons you start butting heads with your toddler is they now know they are their own person, and have an opinion on things they want to do, and those they don’t. They are fighting for control in the limited areas that they actually can do so. To help alleviate your struggles in communicating with them, offer them choices. That way they will feel like they are doing something they want to do, not something you told them they have to do. Be careful to give them choices you approve of, no matter which option they choose. If they don’t want green beans, then offer them carrots or peas. Don’t offer them carrots or a cookie, because clearly they’re not picking peas.
Related Images:
Karly Wood
Editor at Red Tricycle
I'm a born and bred Southern California native and currently the managing editor at Red Tri. I get to share my life with my husband of 13 years and our beautiful, 5-year old daughter. In my free time you'll catch me cheering for the Dodgers, cooking, baking, reading, crafting and probably watching a little HGTV!
Latest posts by Karly Wood (see all)
- Summer Chore Charts to Keep Kids Busy & Productive - July 9, 2026
- 8 Family-Friendly Vegetarian Dinner Recipes - May 21, 2026
- 15 Wonderful White Kitchens to Inspire Your Dream Home Design - January 14, 2019
