Biting - My Child

[mamajennleigh]

Janarae, I was thinking about your situation yesterday, and wondering what I would do if that were happening here. My son must have overheard me thinking, because yesterday afternoon he attempted to bite my dcb out of frustration. He didn't actually bite him, but it's very possible he would have had I not intervened. They were fighting over a toy and he got very frustrated (he's almost 2) and he grabbed the dcb's head and started squeezing it! Then, he leaned forward and opened his mouth to bite! Had he succeeded, he would have bitten dcb on the face! My son has really been talking more, but he seems more frustrated than ever when we don't understand him, so I am guessing it's due to not being able to communicate what he wants effectively. Either way, I'll be his shadow for the next few weeks to make sure he doesn't do it again, and even then, I'm not sure I can keep it from happening every single time. This dcb was a biter for a few weeks several months ago, so luckily mom is very understanding.

Just wanted you to know you are not alone!

[momofboys]

Thanks everyone for your replies. I do feel bad for the parent, particularly if my son did bite him. My son is a very good communicator & is very vocal for his age & as that has progressed any "bad" behavior such as pushing or play-biting has lessened. That is why I was surprised when she mentioned it. But it could have happened. It is truly possible. I too had children in a HDCP setting when I was working part-time outside of the home & I would have been a bit upset if it happened to my child but I would like to think I would have been understanding about the situation & willing to work things out. Thanks for all your thoughts. It has just really gotten me down though & makes me feel like she thinks I am a terrible provider. We have had a lot going on with this family lately so it makes this situation even worse. Lately I feel like I give, give & give to them (truly from the bottom of my heart). I do love the kids a lot. But I feel like all they do in return is take, take & take some more & are disrespectful of us in return. Vent over. . . it is beautiful outside so I plan to enjoy it with my son if he feels better.