Toddlers may hit themselves because they're frustrated or can't express their needs. Self-hitting in toddlers is usually a phase, but if it's frequent or severe, a doctor should be consulted. Creating ...

Toddlers do not necessarily hit others to be “bad.” They do not yet have the ability to fully manage their emotions. Toddlers may hit out of anger, as a way of exploring their world, or to see how ...

Babies bite. Toddlers throw tantrums. Kids play rough. Siblings might swat at each other while fighting over toys or the last popsicle. It's not uncommon for children — especially younger ones who ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: Retired licensed psychotherapist specializing in children and families here. With regard to “Out-of-Control Toddler,” the parent struggling with a toddler who has started hitting, ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: Retired licensed psychotherapist specializing in children and families here. With regard to “Out-of-Control Toddler,” the parent struggling with a toddler who has started hitting, ...

As a parent, it’s not uncommon to experience moments where your toddler hits or lashes out at you. While it may be easy to react with frustration or anger, adopting a gentle parenting approach can ...

Kansas public school officials report more fights between students and more violent attacks on teachers. Many blame the rise on the COVID pandemic, saying students are still adjusting to life back in ...

DEAR HARRIETTE: Retired licensed psychotherapist specializing in children and families here. With regard to “Out-of-Control Toddler,” the parent struggling with a toddler who has started hitting, ...

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