He throws himself on the floor, screams, cries, as if he were living a tragedy. At first I thought he was just being capricious, but now I wonder if there’s something else I’m not seeing. Could it be that I don’t know how to handle him well? Sometimes I feel overwhelmed, as if I were sailing in a sea of doubts without knowing what to do. And the worst thing is that after the tantrum, I feel guilty for having made him cry. It’s so frustrating not knowing if I’m acting right
Oh, mama, this is so relatable. My 3yo does the exact same thing. I think it’s their way of processing frustration when they don’t get what they want. You’re not failing at all, you’re just dealing with a tricky age. Hang in there; it gets better!
I totally get it. my lo is 3 too, and it feels like the smallest “no” can lead to the biggest meltdown. It’s exhausting, and the guilt afterward is real. Sometimes I wonder if I’m doing it right too. You’re not alone in this
My daughter had similar tantrums at 3, and it was like walking on eggshells! I used to think she was just being stubborn, but I realized later that it’s all about them learning boundaries and emotional regulation. I still struggle with how to handle it sometimes, so you’re definitely not alone
Tantrums at this age are super normal, especially when it comes to screen time. What helped us was setting a clear routine. For example, we only allow tablet time after lunch for 30 minutes. My kid knows when to expect it, and the tantrums have reduced so much. Maybe try talking to him during a calm moment about when he’ll get to play next? It’s not a magic fix, but it’s helped us a lot
this hit home. My kid’s tantrums are next level too. Sometimes I just sit there wondering how something as simple as a screen could cause so much drama. Do you think it’s because they’re overstimulated or just addicted to the tablet? I’m trying to figure it out too
A 3 year old’s brain is still developing emotional regulation, so tantrums are often their way of expressing frustration. One thing that worked for us was offering choices. Instead of saying no outright, I’d say, “You can’t play on the tablet right now, but we can color or play with blocks. What do you choose?” It gives them a sense of control, which can sometimes diffuse the meltdown
OMG, I’ve been there! My little one once screamed so loud the neighbors came to check on us… over a tablet. One trick I use is setting a visual timer so my kid can see how long they have to wait for tablet time. It’s a lifesaver, and now meltdowns are just mini drama, not full-blown chaos.
I know it feels impossible now, but I promise it won’t always be this hard. My oldest is 6 now, and those wild tantrums at 3 are a thing of the past. It takes consistency and patience, but they do learn. You’re doing great by even caring this much to ask for advice
Thank you all for sharing your stories and advice. It’s comforting to know I’m not the only one going through this. I love the idea of offering choices and using a timer; I’ll definitely try those. It’s a relief to hear that things can improve with time and consistency. You’ve all made me feel less alone in this journey!
this hit home. My kid’s tantrums are next level too. Sometimes I just sit there wondering how something as simple as a screen could cause so much drama. Do you think it’s because they’re overstimulated or just addicted to the tablet? I’m trying to figure it out too