Tansley Express Blogs

Handling Tantrums and Rants, and Learning to Look After Myself Too

by Tania Jacobs

The final part of Tania's neurodivergent parenting series — how to handle tantrums, teenage rants, and meltdowns with calm, boundaries, and love. You're not alone.

What I Actually Do in the Moment

by Tania Jacobs

From catching a meltdown early to handling World War 3 in real time. Tania shares the practical tools she uses to keep her daughter safe, calm, and heard, including box breathing and the power of just being present.

Becoming a "Helicopter Parent" (In a Good Way)

by Tania Jacobs

Part 3 of 6 — Neurodivergent Parenting series. ← Previous: Part 2 | Next: Part 4 → The first thing I started doing as a parent was getting to know my child — really getting to know her. I began...

Meltdown, Rant, or Tantrum? How I Learned to Tell Them Apart

by Tania Jacobs

Part 2 of 6 — Neurodivergent Parenting series. ← Previous: Part 1 | Next: Part 3 → For years, I thought I was dealing with tantrums. I reacted accordingly. It made everything worse. Looking back at our messy playroom story...

Meltdowns vs Rants vs Tantrums: A Parent's Guide to Understanding and Responding

by Tania Witbooi

As parents, we've all been there. Our child is upset, emotional, and seemingly out of control. But not all outbursts are created equal. Understanding the difference between a meltdown, a rant, and a tantrum can fundamentally change how we respond...