Why Your Child Hits, Bites and Snatches (And What to Do About It)

You're at the playground. Your child wants a turn on the swing. And before you can do anything, they shove another child off it. Every adult in the playground turns to look at you.If that has happened to you, or if the hitting, biting or snatching is happening at home, this episode is for you.Camilla McGill, parenting coach with over 20 years of experience and a mum of four, explains what is really driving this behaviour in young children and gives you three practical tools that actually work, including one that most parents never think to try.In this episode:Why children hit, bite and snatch, and why it has nothing to do with being naughtyThe firm, brief response that holds the boundary without shaming your childHow to talk to your child about it once things have calmed downThe playful skill-building technique that creates lasting changePlus the question of the week: what do you do when your child is aggressive in front of your parents, and they expect you to handle it very differently to how you want to?Free guide: Why Your Child Has Tantrums - 10 Calm Ways To Respond  https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/tantrumsBook a free discovery call https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHATCamilla's group programe Parenting With Love & Boundaries - https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/PLB - new cohort starting soon00:00 That playground panic feeling 01:51 Why children hit, bite and snatch 03:47 Three things that actually work 07:22 Free resources 08:19 Question of the week: when it happens in front of grandparents 11:03 Final thoughtsWhen you're ready, here are some ways Camilla can help you further.Tired of feeling like you go round in circles with your child? Wish they came with a manual?📞 Book a free discovery call to talk to Camilla about how she can help you personally: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/CHAT📰 Join Camilla's weekly newsletter for tips, insights and support straight to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.myparentingsolutions.com/newsletterFollow Camilla on Instagram for daily tips and inspiration: https://www.instagram.com/myparentingsolutions/