As children grow into toddlerhood, they begin to assert their independence. This fascinating period has its difficulties as children experience uneven emotional growth. The acts of eating, toileting and sleeping take on new significance as children work to bring these under control. In this program, we discuss many ways in which this growing desire for autonomy may manifest itself, and examine how tough situations can be best dealt with through familial and cultural practices, rules and influences. Experts provide guidance in matters of setting limits, responding to temper tantrums, dealing with separation anxiety, socializing with peers, and accepting a new baby in the family. They offer the advice parents and caretakers need to understand this stage of development and, by so doing, to ease their toddler through turbulent times.