Aggression: how to deal with hitting and biting  Why does my
toddler get aggressive?  Shocking as it may be to you (and
others), aggressive behaviour is a normal part of your toddler's
development. His still-emerging language skills and a fierce
desire to be independent can lead to frustration, and anger. Add
undeveloped impulse control into the mix and your toddler's
hitting or biting is completely normal.  That doesn't mean you
should ignore it, of course. Let your toddler know that
aggressive behaviour is unacceptable and help him to develop
other ways to express his feelings.  How can I stop my toddler
being aggressive?  Reward good behaviour Rather than giving your
child attention only when he's misbehaving, praise him for being
good whenever you can. For example, when he asks to have a turn
on the swing instead of simply pushing another child out of the
way. Aim to give your toddler the most attention for positive
behaviour, and cut the time you spend on negative behaviour.
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