Moody 8 year old

[Barbiefan]

Can I please have tips for how to manage the emotional rollercoaster of an eight year old? She has started been so moody and full of attitude. I feel like my lovely DD has disappeared and all I get is attitude and she constantly answers back and is rude. I find myself getting really stressed and upset by it! Help!

It's a tough time for them at 8, there's a lot going on with them as they navigate towards more independence. Maybe have a few mummy daughter outtings where you can have fun but also time to talk about her feelings. I'd say give her more choices too and let her practice more independent skills. I wouldn't be happy with answering back though and remind her she can't speak to you like that, restrictions on TV and tablet time will probably help too