DS is 2 in September and generally a very happy, smiley and confident little boy. He's very active and 'spirited' as some would say, on the go from the minute he wakes and rarely sits still for more than a minute.
I fear we have hit the terrible twos, the tantrums have started and I'm finding myself at a loss most days with how to deal with him. Our biggest problem is bedtime. He used to be a dream at going down in the evening but it's now turned into a huge battle which has been going on for months. We haven't changed a thing with his routine, very consistent with bath, stories, milk and bed however we're now at the point where only I can put him down as his will just scream and scream for me if DH tries. We've tried being firm, tried being softer but nothing seems to be working and we have many tears before bed every night.
I'm a SAHP and during the mornings we do a mixture of toddler groups, play dates, soft play, parks etc and try to have a more relaxed afternoon at home.
Over the last few weeks the tantrums have become horrendous when trying to get him into the buggy, car seat or when he doesn't get his own way in some other shape or form. I know the best advice is to ignore these tantrums but how does that work when we need to leave the house/shops or when he needs to sleep?
I know this is all very normal but any tips on how to deal with him would be much appreciated. I'm recently pregnant so the hormones and exhaustion aren't helping!