I’m going to admit something to all of you: I love taking my toddler out in public. I am an introvert raising an extrovert. One of the best things I can do is simply bring Mac along while I run errands. I have been doing that since she was a baby. I get things done while also fulfilling her need to be around people. But toddler tantrums are a force to be reckoned with, especially when running errands. Here is how I deal with and prevent misbehavior while out and about.

(If you’re interested in other ways to prevent toddler tantrums, make sure you check out my ebook about giving toddlers choices. That is one of the best ways I know to prevent toddler tantrums!)