Teaching Toddlers Feeling Words

Turning Tears into Words

Many parents struggle when their toddlers express every emotion through tears and tantrums. But research shows that ages 18–24 months are the ideal stage in toddler development to begin teaching feeling words.

By introducing simple emotional vocabulary, you can support your child’s language development milestones, reduce frustration, and build stronger parent–child communication. Early exposure to emotional words also boosts emotional intelligence for kids, giving them the tools to understand and manage their feelings.

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