Your Toddler: 12 Ways to Discipline Your Kid (That Actually Work!)
If your toddler is anything like 99.99 percent of 2-year-olds, his hitting, biting and tantrum throwing are at an all-time high these days. (They don't call 'em "terrible" twos for nothing!) But contrary to what it feels like, he isn't on a one-kid mission to drive you insane. In fact, his acting out is totally age appropriate and healthy! He's asserting his independence and struggling with how to "self-parent" so that some day he'll be able to feed himself, dress himself and wipe his own butt! What you're thinking:"Hello attitude! Did I just see my future teenager flash before my eyes?"
Ideally ...
Kids thrive on routine and structure. Set limits and stick to them! If the house rule is one TV show, don't give in and let your kid watch back-to-back-to-back episodes of Dora. (And don't worry, we won't rat you out for your Project Runway marathon binges!)
Really ...
"I know I'm doing my kid a disservice by refusing to lay down the law. But when my toddler throws a tantrum, I usually cave and say, 'Fine! Have another cookie!'" Read more of "I Suck at Discipline" by Deva Dalporto!
Everything you ever wanted to know about disciplining your toddler ... and more!
- 12 great books to teach your kid (and YOU) how to cope with tantrums.
- Whip up this temper tantrum toddy!
- Expert advice on how to handle temper tantrums.
- Kristi Yamaguchi doesn't think a little bribery is all bad.
- The skinny on discipline!
- "Is it OK to spank my kid?"
- Shanna Moakler disciplines her kids from the moment they're born!
- Nanny 911 on how to deal with toddler tantrums.
- How to avoid common discipline mistakes (we all make 'em!).
- "I'm a 'mean mommy' and proud of it!"
- How to stop a tantrum in its tracks!
- "Is it OK to bribe my kid during a tantrum?"
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All kids grow and develop at different rates. So please don't compare your toddler with so-and-so's from across the street—you'll just drive yourself nuts. If you have any concerns, bring them up with your pediatrician at your kid's next checkup.
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