Biting toddlers: What to do if your child keeps biting you — or other children
If you have a little biter who loves to toddle over to other children at the park and cause a commotion, then take some solace in knowing that one in ten toddlers are biters.
What’s the best way to deal with this anti-social behaviour? Try these tips …
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4. Say "biting hurts" when she bites
When your toddler sinks her fangs into you or someone else, make sure you clearly tell them, “Biting hurts. We don’t bite.” Then, give all of your attention to her victim, so they learn that biting won’t get attention, in fact it will take it away. Always remain calm and firm.