My DD is just about to turn 18 months old and the last couple of weeks have been pretty tough. In general she's a happy child, pretty easy going and relaxed. She is strong willed and is at that stage where she's easily frustrated because she can't use her words and there's a communication breakdown but we've been dealing with this by ignoring her cries (stamping feet, falling on the floor etc) and talking while trying to work out what she wants. Eg "Do you want an apple? Yes?" and she'll stop her tantrum and say "yes" and then be happy again. So we're okay with that, it's frustrating for her. However yesterday DH took her to the shops and she only wanted to walk - wouldn't go in the trolley or be picked up, when he did both she screamed and struggled until he let her walk. He freaked out that we've been "giving in" to her and now she thinks she can have a tantrum and get her own way whenever she wants. I read the other threads and DH is checking the library today for some of the books recommended for some tips. We've noticed though that every time she gets teeth, her behaviour becomes much worse for a few days which is understandable too. Is anyone else just starting to experience tantrums as well? I feel a bit alone because all my friends/families kids seem to be fine but I'm wondering whether they just aren't talking about it?