We thought our 25-month-old son was done teething, but lately
he seems to be biting everything in sight - including my wife and
me. What can we do?
-
Nathan
Biting is pretty common for toddlers - whether they're
dealing with fear or attempting to get what they want. Sometimes
kids bite because they have seen another child bite.
The next time your son bites, tell him that biting is wrong, and
give him a time-out for a minute or two. Don't laugh or
encourage his behavior, and then teach him other ways to ask for
things or to get the attention he needs.
For more information, check out these articles:
Disciplining Your Child
Your Child's Habits
Temper Tantrums
Reviewed by:
Larissa Hirsch
Date reviewed: November 2006
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