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5 ways to end kids' temper tantrums

Temper tantrums are common among young kids -- and frustrating for parents. In this Health Smarts video, pediatrician Dr. Tanya Remer Altmann shares 5 ways to short-circuit a child's tantrum and help teach effective anger management skills.

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  • 5 ways to stop kids' temper tantrums

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  • 3 ways to prevent & treat diaper rash

  • Help kids cope with anger

  • 5 ways to sneak more nutrition into kids' meals

  • How to bring down a high fever

  • Help your toddler graduate from crib to bed

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