17/04/2026
What to do when your child hits 👶💔
Hitting is often a sign of big feelings your child doesn’t yet know how to handle not “bad behavior.” The goal isn’t punishment, it’s teaching.
Here’s what helps:
• Stay calm (big reactions can reinforce the behavior)
• Gently stop the action: “I won’t let you hit”
• Name the feeling: “You’re angry”
• Set a clear boundary: hitting is not okay
• Teach safer ways: “Say ‘I’m mad’” or “Stamp your feet”
• Reconnect before correcting
• Repeat patiently learning takes time
Consistent, calm responses build emotional regulation and trust over time