Raising Strong-Willed Toddlers

It’s an unholy type of hot in the middle of July. You are in the grocery store with your three-year-old, and he wants sour candies. You say no and begin to travel toward the dairy section for a gallon of milk. In less than 10 seconds, your son is on the floor, screaming. The lady next to you looks down and then back up at you. The shame you feel in that moment is unbearable, and all you needed was that gallon of milk. What do you do? The truth is, if you are the parent of a strong-willed child, this scenario is one you are likely a little too familiar with.

The fact is, although you have been dealt this special hand of cards, you may not realize that you have also been blessed with a little person who is destined for massive things in life. However, when you’re in the thick of those challenging moments, it can be hard to focus on anything other than collecting your child, leaving your cart of groceries right in the middle of the snack aisle (the scene of the crime), and getting away from the judgmental eyes of others.

Unfortunately, because of these types of situations, there can be a negative stigma attached to parenting strong-willed children. It’s no secret that you have a separate set of concerns and considerations than other parents might have, and trying to find resources and literature to guide you along the way can be equally overwhelming.

That’s why I decided to create this comprehensive “go-to” guide. For busy parents, for moms and dads who are juggling soccer practice, homework, their day jobs, and all the other awesome things they do in a day, I wanted to give you a book full of concrete information that will come in handy for whatever life throws your way. Well, for whatever your strong-willed toddler throws your way.