Hi moms, I need a little help in trying to figure out whether my daughters tantrums are normal or if I should consider seeking outside help. They don’t happen very often, maybe once a month but when she has a meltdown (usually when she’s tired) it can be quite scary for someone of her age- she’s almost 5.

During these fits she will scream at the top of her lungs, throw whatever is closest to her across the room, try to hit or push me, scratch herself, and just be completely defiant. I can usually calm her down after awhile by just giving her space and then talking to her calmly, usually distracting her with other things such as reading a book.

This behavior when it happens can be so shocking because any other times she’s so sweet and loveable.

Does her bad behavior sound pretty normal for a child of her age or should I be concerned?