2006-07-01 04:48:27 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
as soon as they start doing things that need discipline, at very young ages a simple no in a firm (but don't yell) voice will do and help them tell the difference between what's ok and what's not. Sometimes kids will insist on doing something.. like touching a hot pot for example. But if that ever happens he/she will probably never do it again.
2006-07-01 04:55:15 · answer #1 · answered by teka kat 2 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Before 18 months a child won't completely understand the concept of discipline. Redirection is best at first. After that, it's better to teach the child what's right and wrong and set limitations. Take toys/privelages away and save the spanking (if you even choose to do that) for something that is life threatening or dangerous. If you do choose to spank, never use an object to spank and never spank a child while you're angry. Make sure you set aside time to discuss why they got a swat, tell them you love them,and that you're only disappointed at their action and not them.
2006-07-01 14:24:14 · answer #2 · answered by Ernie S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read in a book one time that discipline (at least the punishment side) should begin when the child shows a "deliberate act of defiance". The word discipline does mean to teach.
2006-07-01 11:56:44 · answer #3 · answered by MamaMia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should start correcting your child as soon as they start crawling around. sit them on a chiar 1 min per year. This has worked for me. You shouldn't let a child get away with too much and always follow through with your punishments. If you back out of them they will just think that they are allowed to do whatever they want.
2006-07-01 13:16:44 · answer #4 · answered by sweenygirll 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on what you mean by "discipline".....which means to teach. I for one grew up in a very abusive home and I swore I would NEVER spank my daughter.....didn't happen. She is 12....almost 13 and in her life I spanked her 3 times.....it was all she needed. I teach through my words......by making sure she understands the "why".....how else can I expect her to know how to make her own decisions?
Anyway....from the time they start getting around on their own is when the teaching begins........all of the things you teach them not to touch......that there are consequences for your actions.
If you believe in spanking......please don't do it out of anger and always spank with YOUR hand.......I always wanted to feel the sting myself......so I knew how hard my spank was....NEVER with a belt or spoon......please.
2006-07-01 12:52:16 · answer #5 · answered by adnerb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Black_Rabbit, and just make sure that the child understands the reason for the punishment.
2006-07-01 11:53:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Discipline - also means to teach - therefore, you are already doing it... take a look at link below.. you have to love wikipedia!
2006-07-01 11:53:15 · answer #7 · answered by Sam_I_Am 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well spanking is not always best but always discipline them at 3
2006-07-01 11:52:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the child starts throwing tantrums it is best to calm them down and talk them through it and if they dont calm down take a toy away from them and say no and make sure they understand it
2006-07-01 11:56:53 · answer #9 · answered by sheala 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as soon as your child needs it.. when the kid starts acting up (throwing tantrums and all), then by all means, discipline the kid.
2006-07-01 11:51:24 · answer #10 · answered by Black_Rabbit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋