Toddler Tantrums Tookit (Free Parenting Class)
Presenter:
Presenter:
Jen Pla, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Jen Pla, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Date: April 2nd, 2025
Time: 12pm-12:45pm PST
Location: Zoom
Custom Gift: Free Behavior Chart for attendees
Cost: Free
Spots: 25
What It’s About
Toddler tantrums can feel overwhelming, leaving parents frustrated and unsure of what to do. But tantrums aren’t just random outbursts—they are your child’s way of communicating big emotions they don’t yet know how to manage. Understanding the science behind tantrums can help you respond with confidence, patience, and proven strategies to create a more peaceful home.
In this class, you’ll learn why tantrums happen and how to recognize the triggers before they escalate. We’ll explore effective, science-backed strategies to help your child regulate emotions, improve communication, and develop coping skills. You’ll gain practical techniques for de-escalating tantrums, preventing power struggles, and setting firm yet loving boundaries.
Whether you’re dealing with daily meltdowns or just looking for better ways to handle emotional outbursts, this class will equip you with the tools you need. By making small shifts in your approach, you can reduce frustration, build emotional resilience, and strengthen your bond with your child.
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The root causes of tantrums and how to prevent them
✔️ Step-by-step strategies to respond calmly and effectively
✔️ How to use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior
✔️ Practical tips to teach emotional regulation skills
Plus, when you attend, you’ll receive a Free Behavior Chart to help reinforce positive routines and encourage calm, cooperative behavior!
What to Expect
Below is the class outline and what you can expect to learn through attending
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Understanding Why Tantrums Happen
- Learn the developmental reasons behind toddler tantrums.
- Identify common triggers that lead to emotional outbursts.
- Understand the difference between tantrums and sensory meltdowns.
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Preventing Tantrums Before They Start
- Create structured routines to provide predictability and security.
- Recognize early signs of frustration and intervene proactively.
- Use positive reinforcement to encourage calm behavior.
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Responding to Tantrums in the Moment
- Discover calming techniques to help de-escalate a tantrum.
- Learn effective communication strategies to support your child.
- Avoid common mistakes that can escalate tantrums.
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Teaching Emotional Regulation Skills
- Introduce age-appropriate coping strategies for managing emotions.
- Use tools like social stories, visual schedules, and calming techniques.
- Foster independence by teaching self-soothing techniques.
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Reinforcing Positive Behavior for Long-Term Success
- Implement reward systems to encourage desired behaviors.
- Set clear, loving boundaries that promote emotional growth.
- Receive a Free Behavior Chart to reinforce positive habits at home!
Who Should Attend
This parenting class is for all parents and educators looking to better understand and manage toddler tantrums, including:
- Parents of toddlers and young children (ages 1-5) who want practical, science-backed tantrum solutions.
- Parents of children with autism, ADHD, and other unique needs who need specialized strategies for emotional regulation.
- Single parents managing tantrums without additional support at home.
- Co-parents seeking consistent and effective approaches to managing emotional outbursts across households.
Educators and caregivers who support young children and want to handle challenging behaviors with confidence and care.
My Gift to You
*for attendees only
All attendees will receive a tailored resource designed to help reinforce the concepts taught in the class, so you can immediately apply what you’ve learned in a meaningful way. The goal is to provide you with something practical you can take with you and use right away.
Depending on the class topic, your gift may include:
- Printables to support structured routines and positive behavior.
- Behavior charts, reward charts, and sticker charts to encourage cooperation and reinforce good habits.
- Potty training charts to help guide your child through the process with consistency.
- Parenting printables and educational resources designed to promote emotional regulation, communication, and positive discipline.
- Parenting guides with expert-backed strategies to help you navigate common challenges with confidence.
Each gift is intentionally selected to align with the skills and techniques covered in the class, making it easier for you to implement what you’ve learned. Whether it’s a visual tool, structured plan, or step-by-step guide, you’ll walk away with a valuable resource you can start using immediately to create a calmer, more connected home.
About the Presenter
Jen Pla, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Hi! I'm a Family Alignment Coach with 24+ years of experience guiding parents through the challenges and joys of raising children. I combine my experience in behavior analysis, education and meditation to create personalized parenting plans that help families connect, communicate more effectively and co-create a life they love. When I'm not supporting families, you'll find me hiking, camping, meditating, or practicing yoga at my local studio in Encinitas, California.
Jen Pla, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Hi! I'm a Family Alignment Coach with 24+ years of experience guiding parents through the challenges and joys of raising children. I combine my experience in behavior analysis, education and meditation to create personalized parenting plans that help families connect, communicate more effectively and co-create a life they love. When I'm not supporting families, you'll find me hiking, camping, meditating, or practicing yoga at my local studio in Encinitas, California.
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RSVP Information
After you RSVP below, you will receive an email with the Zoom link to attend the class at the scheduled date and time. We try to schedule our classes during typical lunch breaks, so you can join from the comfort of your home, car, or anywhere that fits your schedule, making it easy to participate without disrupting your day.
To ensure a stress-free and private learning experience, your video and audio will remain off throughout the session. At the end of the class, we will host a live Q&A session, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions via the chat feature and receive guidance in a comfortable, distraction-free environment.
Please note that this class will be recorded, and by RSVPing, you acknowledge and consent to being part of the recording. The recording may be used for educational purposes, marketing, or future course content. Any chat questions or participant interactions included in the recording will remain anonymous.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jen@alignedfamilies.com. If you’d like to invite a partner, friend, or relative, please forward this link so they can register separately. Each participant will need to RSVP individually to attend the class.
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