Originally Posted by melilley:
I too have a child who can't really talk either and I suspect a delay. He understands everything though. He used to be my biter, hitter, kicker, etc...
He was my shadow for it seems like ever. He started at 18 mo. and is now almost 3. I had him shadow me every day, did lots and lots of redirecting and I'll admit, it was a pain, but that's all I could do besides term. Now, he is better, he still takes toys, but is no longer biting. I think that it is somewhat normal behavior, but when the other kids are constantly getting hurt, it's not ok. None of my other kids do that, to that extent, and they are all younger. I should have termed, but couldn't so he's still here. I now will never keep a child like that again. It may be what some kids that age do, but it's tough when it's just you that's there.
All you can really do is shadow and redirect at that age. I also like the idea of showing her nice hands, that has worked for me in the past.
It's so nice to know I'm not alone. I really appreciate this forum.
