How do you 'discipline' your toddler?

I know they are learning and pushing boundaries but if they are doing something that's really not ok other than talking to them in that moment or removing them from the situation what else do you do? Examples: Hitting Biting I know these things can be a faze but I don't want them to set in and he thinks it's ok because I haven't disciplined appropriately. Also how are we all dealing with melt downs out in public!!!!

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If it’s really not okay, such as hurting someone. I tell them what the consequence will be if they do it again, something that we can do quite quickly. Ie Taking away a toy for a day etc. Reins going on if they keep running off. Meltdown wise all depends on circumstances at that time. x

Regarding meltdowns I prepare my little ones brain. For example if he is not listening to me I say "I am going to count to 3 and if you don't put that down, I will have to take it from you". Then I count slowly to 3 and either he puts it down or I do it but because I've prepared his brain for it, most the time he let's me. Hope that makes sense. X

Thanks both. I will try the methods suggested. Although I think if I counted to 3 my toddler would say 4,5 etc or just ignore me and make a bigger scene 🤦‍♀️. Must try otherwise nothing will change.

We do this, give ours a warning and if he hits again we take his cars or dummy away. Just got to follow through. We don’t scream and shout just give clear boundaries.

We do positive discipline. Focus more on the good which usually helps. Usually 'bad behaviour ' is because they are emotionally unsettled IMO. I usually take his hands gently and say, gentle hands or hands are not for hitting, they are for touching- name* it seems you are making a silly choice, is everything okay or do you need a cuddle to centre yourself. Obviously my kid is used to this so now I basically open my arms and say, baby I am ready when you are for a cuddle. Then I talk to him about how important it is that we don't hurt other people's body's. He usually says sorry then it's likely he needs a snack or a nap. Same with tantrums.. when he is going wild.. I sit with him and say that I am here and ready to hold you when you are ready. Then I will talk gently to try and find out what's happening like over stimulated, over tired or what ever it is. If he is upset in public I do exactly the same. I always remain compassionate saying I am sorry he feels like this right now, but it will be okay

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