How to Stop Biting with Conscious Discipline Master Instructor Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo
Oct 17, 2023
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Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo, Master Instructor of Conscious Discipline, shares insights on addressing biting behavior in children. The importance of modeling appropriate expressions, remaining calm, and implementing strategies like 'shadow technique' and redirection are discussed. The power of 'downloading comm' and the significance of beginner mode in teaching and learning are also emphasized.
Biting can be caused by teething pain, excitement, or communication difficulties.
Preventing biting through mouth stimulation and stress reduction
Preventing biting can be achieved by providing mouth stimulation options like teething rings or crunchy snacks. Reducing stress through predictability and visuals can also help prevent biting.
Transforming the behavior through empathy, choices, and replacement behaviors
Instead of using negative consequences, transform biting behavior by providing empathy, teaching choices, and practicing replacement behaviors such as turn-taking and saying affirmative phrases like 'my turn' or 'stop'.
Providing support and guidance in the moment of biting incidents
When a biting incident occurs, it is important for adults to stay calm, express 'ouch', and then quickly redirect the child's attention to a different activity or toy. Additionally, modeling assertiveness and providing alternatives can help guide the child towards more appropriate behaviors.