What would I say?
When a hard moment comes, the right words can be hard to find. Tap the moment you’re in, and I’ll give you gentle words you can use right now. You can still hold the line.
The words children hear become the voice they carry.
There are more moments in the full app
The full What would I say? app is my thank-you gift when you get my book, What If They Believe You?
It also has a private moments diary, so you can see which hard moments keep coming up, and with which child.
Keep this app handy
The easiest way: keep the link. Star the WhatsApp message or email it came in, or bookmark this page (tap the ☆ in your browser’s menu).
Want an icon on your phone? (optional)
iPhone: in Safari, tap Share, then Add to Home Screen.
Android: in Chrome, tap the three dots, then Add to Home screen or Install and create shortcut. The icon may land on your last home screen page or in your app list.
You may need to type your password again every week or two.
Want more words like these?
They come from my book, What If They Believe You? – Gentle Words, Strong Minds. The ebook comes out on 11 November 2026.
Free printable: 5 Things to Say in the Middle of a Tantrum
What would I say? is part of Madelaine Strydom’s Gentle Words coaching, drawn from her book and her videos, to support you in everyday moments. If your child ever needs medical attention, please speak to your doctor or a qualified health professional.
© 2026 Gentle Words Studio. Made with love for your family, as a thank-you for reading my book.
Small Words. Big Minds. Brilliant Futures.