Your 20-month-old doesn't intend to hurt you. It's just his way of expressing himself, but that doesn't mean it's okay. You do need to teach him how to appropriately touch and that hitting is not acceptable. Model the words and behavior that you'd like him to copy. Say, "Gentle, make nice to Mommy," as you softly run his hand down your arm. When he does hit, say "No" firmly. Put him down and then redirect his attention.
As your due date approaches and the new baby arrives, your toddler will need extra attention from both you and Daddy. Set aside some "special time" every day to play with him. During this time, he should have 100% of your attention. Praise him for being such a good big brother and keep reminding him that he has an important role in your family.
At this age, hitting is just a phase that will pass, but that doesn't mean you should ignore it. With a firm "no," redirection and positive modeling, you'll be on to the next parenting challenge shortly.
Tanya Remer Altmann
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hit him back! not hard or anything, just to get your point across. ask him if he liked that. if he says no then ask him why he hits you.
I didnt want to use the hit him back method as two wrongs dont make a right. Instead I would take hold of his hand and make him hit himself. Of course not hard, but so that he knows what he is doing doesnt feel right. Then I would redirect him into a positive play atmosphere! Mine started hitting at 10 months he is now 14 months and rarely throws his fits!
My son is 19 months and I just can't get him to stop throwing the tantrums. I have tried all the above. I think its a phase but I still don't want it to seem as it is ok to do, but all kids are different and respond to things differently.
my son hits me all the time sut of anger boardem fun
im getting tired of it how can i stop him time out dosent work i'v been trying for a year