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The preschool years are filled with lots of experiences and learning.\u00a0 These experiences and learning new things can lead to big emotions your preschooler doesn\u2019t know how to express.\u00a0 They may express these emotions through meltdowns, tantrums, or physical aggression, which can lead parents to feeling helpless, frustrated, and lost.\u00a0 Luckily, there are things you can do to help your preschooler develop and express emotions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Labeling Emotions<\/span><\/h4>\n

You can teach your preschooler how different emotions look by reading books about emotions or talking about how characters in the books you read may feel.\u00a0 For example, if a character has a scared look on her face, you may say, \u201cShe looks scared.\u00a0 Her face is doing this.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Modeling<\/span><\/h4>\n

Try talking about your emotions with your preschooler and modeling how you handle those emotions.\u00a0 For example, if you are frustrated that you just spilled a glass of milk on the floor, you may say, \u201cI am frustrated, because I spilled the milk.\u00a0 I am going to take three big breaths to calm myself.\u201d\u00a0 This helps your preschooler know these emotions are ok and experienced by everyone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Talk about Emotions<\/span><\/h4>\n

If your child is angry or upset, you may be able to redirect his attention and open conversation to discuss the emotions being felt.\u00a0 For example, if your preschooler is stomping his feet and screaming, because he wants a toy that doesn\u2019t belong to him, you may say, \u201cYou look angry.\u00a0 Your face is doing this.\u201d\u00a0 This will cause your child to redirect his attention to your face.\u00a0 Take that opportunity to offer a calming technique (i.e. three big breaths).\u00a0 Once your preschooler has had a chance to calm down, talk to him about how he felt and why.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Remember, every parent goes through this stage with their child and, just like waking up to eat every two hours as a newborn, this, too, is just a stage.\u00a0 Next time your preschooler is melting down or having a tantrum, share your calm with him or her!<\/span><\/p>\n

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