I've got a 2 1/2 yo girl, who's been hitting, scratching and biting for over a year now. We've also got a 10mo boy, and he's the primary recipient of this though she also does it to me and my partner, and to other children at the childminder's where she goes.
It's been going on since May last year, so starting to worry that it's not just a phase but maybe something else! She communicates well, and is otherwise pretty content and sociable.
In terms of dealing with it to date, we've concentrated on making clear it is wrong 'No, we don't hit, that's not nice' etc, encouraging her to be gentle instead, removing from situation, and then giving lots of attention to whoever has been hurt.
Did go to the gp about it other week and he just recommended a sticker chart, but not sure if she's a bit young for that....
Anyone had any similar experiences / any advice? Feel like I'm really struggling with it now... A friend who's an educational psychologist did suggest trying to find a substitute activity for her - i.e something else to bite / scratch that isn't a person. Any suggestions, or thoughts?
Thank you!! x
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toddler been biting, scratching and hitting for over a year... When (will) this phase end, and what should we be doing different?
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ruthietoothie · 14/06/2014 21:08
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