The “What Should I Do When My Kid Hits?” Guide: How to Respond Calmly and Effectively
Hitting is one of the most challenging behaviors for parents to navigate. It can feel frustrating, embarrassing, and even a little scary. But here’s the good news: hitting is developmentally normal — and with the right guidance, it’s also an opportunity to teach lifelong skills like empathy, emotional regulation, and respectful communication.
This guide offers a gentle, practical approach to understanding why children hit—and what you can do about it. Grounded in Montessori and Positive Discipline principles, you’ll learn what to expect at different ages and how to respond in ways that support both your child’s growth and your relationship.
Inside, you'll find:
Clear, practical strategies to teach your child to express themselves constructively
What to do in-the-moment when your child hits, bites, kicks, or reacts with aggression/physical outlast
What to do proactively to reduce hitting, biting, kicking over time
Perfect for parents of children 12-months - elementary school-age.
Hitting is one of the most challenging behaviors for parents to navigate. It can feel frustrating, embarrassing, and even a little scary. But here’s the good news: hitting is developmentally normal — and with the right guidance, it’s also an opportunity to teach lifelong skills like empathy, emotional regulation, and respectful communication.
This guide offers a gentle, practical approach to understanding why children hit—and what you can do about it. Grounded in Montessori and Positive Discipline principles, you’ll learn what to expect at different ages and how to respond in ways that support both your child’s growth and your relationship.
Inside, you'll find:
Clear, practical strategies to teach your child to express themselves constructively
What to do in-the-moment when your child hits, bites, kicks, or reacts with aggression/physical outlast
What to do proactively to reduce hitting, biting, kicking over time
Perfect for parents of children 12-months - elementary school-age.
Hitting is one of the most challenging behaviors for parents to navigate. It can feel frustrating, embarrassing, and even a little scary. But here’s the good news: hitting is developmentally normal — and with the right guidance, it’s also an opportunity to teach lifelong skills like empathy, emotional regulation, and respectful communication.
This guide offers a gentle, practical approach to understanding why children hit—and what you can do about it. Grounded in Montessori and Positive Discipline principles, you’ll learn what to expect at different ages and how to respond in ways that support both your child’s growth and your relationship.
Inside, you'll find:
Clear, practical strategies to teach your child to express themselves constructively
What to do in-the-moment when your child hits, bites, kicks, or reacts with aggression/physical outlast
What to do proactively to reduce hitting, biting, kicking over time
Perfect for parents of children 12-months - elementary school-age.