No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame

Are you navigating the rollercoaster that is toddlerhood? Janet Lansbury’s No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame is a modern parenting classic that helps parents manage tantrums, biting, hitting, and those delightful “NO!” moments without losing their cool—or their minds.

With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Lansbury teaches parents how to handle common toddler behaviors by setting firm, loving boundaries that make your little one feel safe and understood. No yelling. No shaming. Just respectful parenting that works.

Key Takeaways from “No Bad Kids” by Janet Lansbury

1. Boundaries are love
   Your toddler isn’t out to ruin your day—they’re testing limits because that’s what toddlers do. Lansbury shows parents how to set clear boundaries calmly and confidently, without the need for power struggles.
2. Tantrums are normal (and survivable)
   Let’s be real—tantrums are rough. But they’re also developmentally necessary. Lansbury helps parents decode these big emotions and respond with empathy, not frustration.
3. Discipline doesn’t have to hurt
   Lansbury redefines discipline as teaching, not punishing. Her advice shows that you can guide your child with calm authority while strengthening your relationship.
4. Stay calm when they push your buttons
   From public meltdowns to sibling squabbles, this book gives parents practical tools to keep their cool when toddlers do what toddlers do best—push boundaries.

Why Moms Love This Book

It’s the perfect mix of practical and compassionate.

Janet Lansbury doesn’t just tell you to “stay calm” when your kid hits or throws their lunch on the floor—she shows you how to do it in a way that feels doable (even when you’re running on coffee and 4 hours of sleep).

This book also helps parents shift their mindset: Instead of seeing toddler behavior as defiance, you’ll see it as part of your child’s development—and a chance to teach them emotional intelligence.

Who Should Read “No Bad Kids”?

If you’ve ever Googled:

• “Why does my toddler hit me?”
• “How to handle toddler tantrums in public”
• “What do I do when my toddler won’t listen?”

This book is for you.

It’s especially helpful for parents of:
👶 Strong-willed kids
🤯 Tantrum-prone toddlers
🍼 First-time toddlers (because no baby book fully prepares you for this stage)

Whether you’re deep in the toddler trenches or bracing yourself for what’s to come, No Bad Kids will change the way you parent through these challenging years.

Memorable Quotes from “No Bad Kids”

✨ “Toddlers aren’t trying to give you a hard time—they’re having a hard time.”

✨ “Boundaries are not threats. They are gifts we give our children to help them feel safe and understood.”

Where to Buy “No Bad Kids”

📚 Available on Amazon: Click here

Similar Resources for Moms of Toddlers

• The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
• How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen by Joanna Faber and Julie King
• Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields

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