Parenting coach Gen Muir advises against using phrases like “gentle hands” or “we do not hit” when addressing a child’s hitting behavior, as it may shame or confuse them. Instead, she suggests calmly stating, “I wonβt let you hit. Iβm going to move us to keep us safe. You can be mad, but I wonβt let you hit.” Many parents have found success with this approach, emphasizing the importance of teaching children how to manage their emotions without resorting to physical aggression.
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Uncle βthrew infant niece down three-story rubbish chuteβ
A 39-year-old man, Aaron Henderson, allegedly threw his one-year-old niece down a trash chute in their Staten Island apartment while her father was in the bathroom. The toddler was rescued with only minor injuries and is in stable condition, while Henderson, who has no prior criminal record, faces charges of endangering a child, assault, and unlawful imprisonment. Want More Context? π
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