Ep 5. Larmer Family

The Supernanny season 2 episode 5 titled "Larmer Family" focuses on a family struggling to get their three young children under control. The children, ages five, three, and two, constantly argue, throw tantrums, and refuse to listen to their parents. The parents, Tara and Sean, are at their wits' end and can't seem to find a way to discipline their children effectively.

Supernanny Jo Frost arrives at the family's home to observe their daily routine and assess the children's behavior. She quickly notices that the children's lack of discipline is due to their parents' inconsistent parenting strategies. Tara tends to be too lenient with the children, often giving in to their demands, while Sean becomes too harsh and easily loses his temper.

Jo begins by introducing a structured routine for the children which includes set meal times, nap times, and play times. She also establishes a "naughty corner" where the children must sit for two minutes when they misbehave. Jo instructs Tara and Sean to be consistent with their discipline, using the same methods for all three children and not giving in to their tantrums.

Throughout the episode, Jo focuses on improving the parents' communication with each other and with their children. She teaches them effective ways to praise their children for good behavior and to calmly address bad behavior. Jo also emphasizes the importance of spending quality one-on-one time with each child.

As the week progresses, the children's behavior begins to improve. They learn to follow the structured routine and understand the consequences of their behavior. Tara and Sean become more confident in their parenting abilities and learn to work together to handle disciplinary issues.

By the end of the episode, the family has made significant progress. The children are more well-behaved and respectful towards their parents, and Tara and Sean have learned to communicate more effectively and display consistent discipline. Jo leaves the family with helpful tips and words of encouragement to continue their progress.