How to respond when someone criticises your child

In this episode of Raising Kids with Love and Boundaries, parenting coach Camilla McGill addresses a common and painful experience for parents: criticism of their children by friends or relatives. Drawing from her expertise and past discussions on BBC Radio 4 Woman's Hour, she provides three key ways to respond to such criticism assertively without causing confrontation. She emphasizes the importance of being your child's advocate and teaching them to manage their emotions. Camilla shares real-life examples and practical advice, including how to deal with criticism about tantrums, potty training, and misbehaviour in social settings. She also introduces her free guide on handling tantrums and mood swings, offering listeners additional resources to manage their child's challenging behaviour effectively.https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/tantrums00:00 Introduction: Handling Criticism of Your Child00:35 Why It's Important to Advocate for Your Child01:35 Specific Responses to Criticism02:49 Scenario 1: Handling Tantrums and Criticism05:03 Scenario 2: Potty Training Criticism06:34 Scenario 3: Dealing with Family Criticism08:33 Responding to Teacher Criticism09:50 Conclusion: Key TakeawaysWhen you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletterFollow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/