Why Your Toddler Bites

Reasons Why Your Toddler Bites

Just about every child has bit but whether or not they should be classified as a biter is another thing. In daycare's studies have proven that around half of the children have been bitten about three times a year. So biters are common.

Biting can come in different stages. The first is when the teeth start to come out of the gums. Your child will want to bite to sooth the discomfort of the swollen gums. This should be done on a rattle or a teething ring. If your baby tries to bite you while breast feeding quickly remove the infant and set them down in a safe place. When an infant gets a negative response from their mother they will soon stop biting.

Around the time that your toddler celebrates their first birthday is when they may experiment with biting again. They may bite to show their excitement. At this time when your toddler tries to bit you should respond firmly every time and it should stop almost immediately.

Again your toddler may start to bite around the age of two. Your toddler bites at this time to show that they want to be independent. When your toddler bites to prove that they are in control then you need to give the child a time out and explain that it hurts. Teach your toddler commutation skills that they may be lacking. When your toddler has the skills that are needed the biting should stop.

Be sure to watch your toddler closely if they are going through a biting phase. It is best to acknowledge good behavior. Another good tip is to offer something for your toddler to chew on. If you have caught your toddler biting the respond with a firm voice and place your toddler on a time out.