No more tantrums

In his second book, “The Happiest Toddler on the Block,” Dr. Harvey Karp offers four methods to limit, if not eliminate, temper tantrums.

‘t let the child get overtired or too hungry. Don’t coop the child up too long, give too much sugar or caffeine or allow too much television.

‘s language, which Karp calls “Toddlerese,” and mirror his emotions with the way you interact with him — he’ll know he’s being treated with respect.

‘s more willing to go along with something you really need him to do. You can also gossip about him (“Wow, Junior ate all his peas!”) to his favorite teddy bear while letting your child overhear. This makes him feel powerful and part of a team.

‘re on the phone and your child wants you, tell your friend to hang on, acknowledge what your child wants and almost give it to him — then go back to your conversation. Your child will wait for you. Get off the phone shortly, then reward him for waiting. The older he is, the longer he can wait.