[Maceman]

Has anyone ever heard of SPANKING?

I may be out n a limb here, but I'm guessing you've never had a two year old. Spanking is DEFINITELY not the way to quiet a two-year-old in a tantrum. It is seriously counterproductive.

[eyespysomething]

Actually, I have a 7 y.o., a 3 y.o. and a 1 1/2 y.o. I don't spank frequently, that diminishes the effect. Usually the thought that I might do it is enough.
But fine no spanking? Then pick up the child and buckle her in the seat. End of story.

[YOMO]

I may be out n a limb here, but I'm guessing you've never had a two year old. Spanking is DEFINITELY not the way to quiet a two-year-old in a tantrum. It is seriously counterproductive. ........................................

Yeah, cut, cut, cut, saw, saw, saw, chop, chop, chop. While it may not be the most productive method IT WILL GET RESULTS IF STARTED EARLY. For each unfavorable action there will be an equally unfavorable reaction the child will soon equate the two. Tantrums or not.