How to handle toddler tantrums and big feelings
A weekly practice plan that helps your toddler handle big feelings, built around short activities you rehearse together ahead of time.
- $59 one-time, 3 months access
- $79 subscription, 6 months, every program, renews every 6 months
Starts 1 October 2026. We'll email you before then.
Big feelings don't wait for a good moment
A tantrum can start anywhere: mid-episode, mid-park, mid-bedtime. Bloomy gives you a short practice built around the skill your child is working on right now, so the response is already familiar before the moment happens.
How it works
- 1real situation at a time, not a full course
- 5–10 minright there when you need it, not boring videos or long reads. Practice, not theory.
- Quickfeedback shapes what happens next, not a form to fill out
| Typical advice | Bloomy |
|---|---|
| A script to remember mid-meltdown | A practice you rehearse ahead of time |
| One course, same for everyone | A plan built around your child’s answers |
| Log every moment | One short question, once a week |
| Twelve modules to get through | One skill at a time |
Who it's for
Bloomy is built for parents of toddlers 18 months to 6 years having a hard time with big feelings, especially when something ends before they're ready: screens, the park, bedtime, getting dressed.
What your plan can include
Your plan starts with one of these, based on what's happening at home right now.
Handling frustration
for the big reaction when something goes wrong
Expressing feelings without hurting others
for hitting or pushing when upset
Accepting limits
for the strong reaction to “no”
Waiting for something they want
for difficulty waiting
Handling changes in routine
for meltdowns when plans change
Naming and communicating feelings
for struggling to explain what is wrong
Managing a body that is running low
for falling apart before a nap, meal, or when overtired
Getting through a moment that has to finish
for meltdowns during car seat, dressing, brushing teeth
Smarter with every family, not fixed by one expert
A single expert, however good, works from their own training and their own experience, written once and left alone. Bloomy is built to learn from what parents actually report back, and to keep adjusting as more families use it. That's a different kind of expertise, not a replacement for a qualified professional if your child needs one.
See what a practice actually looks like
Swipe through. Takes less time than reading about it.
Your child is working on: ending screen time without it turning into a meltdown.
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How Bloomy compares
| Feature | Bloomy | Popular $150+ courses | Free advice online |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $59 or $79 | $99–$150+ | Free |
| Format | One short practice a week | Full course, many modules | Scattered posts and threads |
| Personalised to your child | Yes | No | No |
| Adjusts as you report back | Yes | No | No |
| Time to see it | 5–10 min a week | Hours to get through the course | Depends where you look |
Toddler tantrums: common questions
Why does my toddler have so many tantrums?
Toddlers are still developing the skills they need to handle frustration, disappointment, limits, waiting and changes in plans. A child can have a strong reaction before they have the skills to manage that moment independently.
What should I do when my toddler hits?
Keep the immediate response clear and calm, and help your child move toward a way of expressing what they need without hurting someone. The skill to work on can differ depending on when and why the hitting happens.
Why do calm-down scripts not work once my toddler is already upset?
Scripts are written for a moment when your child is least able to take in new words. Rehearsing the response ahead of time, when your child is calm, tends to work better than introducing something new in the middle of a meltdown.
What’s the difference between the $59 and $79 plan?
$59 is a one-time payment covering the Big Feelings program for 3 months. $79 is a subscription covering every current and future program for 6 months, and renews automatically every 6 months unless you cancel.
How do I know what skill my child should work on first?
Look at the situations that happen repeatedly. What happens immediately before the reaction? What can your child already do? What part consistently breaks down?
When should I be concerned about toddler tantrums?
Every child has difficult moments, and tantrums vary widely. If you are concerned about your child’s behaviour, development or safety, speak with an appropriate qualified professional who can assess your child’s individual situation.
More Bloomy programs
- Big Feelingsthis program
- Potty TrainingComing soon
- Sleep IndependenceComing soon
Already included if you have the $79 plan.