Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Toddler meltdowns over broken bananas aren’t about the banana.
They’re about emotional regulation and flexibility, skills that are still developing in the toddler brain.

In this Short, I break down:
• Why small things feel huge to toddlers
• How to set expectations ahead of time
• Why calm proximity works
• What toddlers are actually learning during these moments

If you want deeper guidance on handling and preventing tantrums, check out my Toddlers and Tantrums Course, at pedsdoctalk.com.

What’s the most random thing your toddler has melted down over recently?

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