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Can you discipline a 1-year-old? Top pediatrician explains

What would you do if your baby or toddler started to hit or bite you? Discipline for babies and toddlers, starting as early as nine months, focuses on setting consistent, safe boundaries rather than punishment. Experts advise calmly stating boundaries, redirecting unwanted behaviors, and using positive reinforcement for desired actions. Time-outs are not recommended for one-year-olds, emphasizing patience and repetition for understanding.

4 Jan 2026 4:46 pm