@abanaturally: Here’s something that might ease some of the guilt that creeps in when you’re setting expectations or holding a boundary: You’re not being mean.
 You’re setting your child up for long-term success. I know it feels easier to just make the challenging behavior stop in the moment—none of us like seeing our kids upset. But if we always protect them from frustration now, we’re making things harder for them later. So the next time you feel like the “bad guy,” remind yourself: 
You’re trading short-term comfort for long-term growth. PS: This is important—in the first video, when I explained why she couldn’t wear the jacket (it was too warm), it was because Grace appropriately said, “I want to wear it.” I wouldn’t have explained anything if she hadn’t responded that way. You don’t want to over-explain once challenging behavior has already started. Also, earlier in the video, I had already told her she was just trying it on to see if it fit, and then we’d take it off. Giving a reason before challenging behavior is different—but if you do, give the info, then move on. ➡️ Comment TOOLKIT for a free mini crash course video on 4 crucial strategies every parent must know to make life easier. #aba #appliedbehavioranalysis #behavior #parenting #parentsofinstagram #positiveparenting #parentingtips #parents #behaviorchange #behaviormanagement #parentsupport #momssupportingmoms #newmom #momsofinstagram #parenttraining #parent #bcba #rbt #parentingishard #parentcoach #toddlertantrums #toddlermom #toddlermomlife #behavioranalysis #behavioranalyst #behaviors #parenthood #parentingjourney #parentsbelike #kidsoftiktok #toddlersoftiktok #parentsoftiktok

Jenna, BCBA, NYSLBA, M.S.Ed

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