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End Defiance: Tactics for Strong-Willed 3-Year-Olds

BratBusters Parenting Podcast

BratBusters Parenting Podcast
End Defiance: Tactics for Strong-Willed 3-Year-Olds
Mar 12, 2026 Episode 150
Lisa Bunnage

#150 In this episode, Lisa discusses tactics for strong-willed 3-year-olds. She covers why she believes their behaviour may change at this age, reframing how you view defiance, setting yourself up as a calm leader during the toddler years, whether or not parenting impacts defiance, and why the BratBusters Bootcamp (3-12) starts at three. 

Lastly, in this episode, Lisa addresses four listener questions, discussing how to stop the cycle of arguing with your 3-year-old, the best way to approach parenting a strong-willed 3-year-old, how to go about teaching manners to a 3-year-old, and how to manage tantrums at bedtime from a 3-year-old.

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The information provided in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Lisa Bunnage is a Parenting Coach, mom and grandmother. Lisa is not a licensed psychologist or counsellor. Her services do not replace the care of psychologists or other healthcare professionals. For a full disclaimer, please visit bratbusters.com/disclaimer