ARTICLES MANIAC ? Consider These Tips If Your Toddler Is ...

While it can be embarrassing, frustrating, and sometimes frightening, for the most part, this type of behavior by toddlers is a normal phase that they all pass through. This usually results from a frustration at not being able to express themselves, whether it?s wanting a toy or wanting your attention, and it?s also a part of their growth development.

Even though this phase can hit anywhere 14 months and up, it can be more noticeable when the child is exposed to others such as in a social setting or even in a childcare center. Even children who are linguistically advanced for their ages, are still children, and will be prone to the same frustrations as others.

Not overreacting is the first rule of thumb you should follow. While there are different schools of thought on spanking, this is not a situation where it is appropriate, and can only add fuel to the fire. A time-out is in order, generally about two minutes worth on a chair where they can?t stomp on the floor, or kick anything. You will also be given a chance to calm down because of this. You can explain when you sit them down that this time-out is because they have bit/hit/kicked someone and that is not allowed but during time-out, do not speak to them.

Explain to them once more when the time is up that because it hurts other people, then that behavior is not acceptable. A toddler is unlikely to be able to relate cause and effect then apply it to themselves which is why it?s not of much use to ask them how they would feel if someone bit them. But a non-confrontational ?punishment?, and explanation, tells them what they did wrong, and what will happen if they do it again.

If they go right out and repeat the action, take them back for another time-out. It would depend on the age of the child but what you can do is explain the concept of apologies and why they should make one. You should use positive reinforcement if they go right out and give their toy to the child that they kicked or praise them if they gave an apology, even if it comes with a kiss.

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