Mom’s cool-headed response to son’s bedtime tantrums strikes a chord with parents everywhere
A mom’s calm and effective approach to handling her toddler’s bedtime struggles is resonating with parents online, offering a reassuring glimpse into real-life parenting moments. Many families are witness to the nightly routine, which often comes with challenges, especially when little kids are tired and simple tasks like brushing their teeth turn into emotional standoffs. Recently, a TikTok video from @sunkissed.mama gained attention after she posted a real moment from her evening routine, highlighting not just the tantrums that can erupt at bedtime, but also how patience and gentle guidance can turn chaos into connection, making it a lesson about gentle parenting.
In the video, she’s seen guiding her upset son as he’s getting ready for bed, he’s visibly frustrated, “No, me first! No, Mom. Me! Mom, that's going to be me! No, Daddy gives me that first!” Instead of reacting with irritation, she remains calm and kind. “Let’s think about our good decisions,” she says, validating his feelings with, “Is it frustrating? Yes.” Keeping the moment light, she engages him in choosing the color of his toothbrush, giving him some agency and helping to refocus his energy, “That’s pink. Okay, let me get the blue one for you.”
This approach clearly struck a chord with viewers, as many commented on how her steady patience and supportive attitude provided a model for navigating similar situations at home. @Yasmin, a first-time mom, wrote, “The way you redirected him was amazing. As a first-time mom, I’m gonna remember this when my toddler gets to this stage.” @Pamela shared, “Thank you. I have two under four, and I get so frustrated when they are frustrated and not wanting to cooperate. You did amazing and have the patience I strive for.” Other parents echoed these thoughts, @Paola Heredia noted, “Omg, I thought my son was the only one who did this during toothbrushing time, I get so impatient. This was a beautiful model, will be trying this.” And @Abbyluv0422 said, “Thank you for posting this. I love when you show these types of videos because it shows you actually face challenges, also, as a mom.”
Calm parenting is a blessing, but it also raises questions: How far should one let a toddler’s tantrums or curious mischief go? Another story reported by The Daily Net adds to this ongoing discussion. When Grace Kaage discovered her young son had used red ink to scribble all over the house, including the sofa, the table, and his sister’s toy, she didn’t panic or yell. Instead, she simply held out her hand, letting her son proudly conduct a “tour” of his handiwork. Throughout it all, Grace’s voice remained steady as she asked him if he was supposed to draw there, to which he sheepishly replied, “No.” Even as his sister grew upset about her toy, their mother calmly reassured her that it could be fixed, modeling patience and understanding in a moment that could have easily spiraled into frustration.
Both stories demonstrate that while calm parenting can be tested by meltdowns and mischief, steering those moments with patience and empathy often leads to more connection, less conflict, and valuable lessons for kids and parents alike.
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