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Biting brings up emotions for everyone, including children, education staff, and families.
Toddlers are just beginning to learn how to express their wants and needs. They are also learning how to regulate their emotions through verbal and nonverbal communication. This podcast reviews the many emotions of biting and reasons why toddlers might engage in biting. Discover the importance of validating toddlers’ feelings. Explore ways to teach toddlers appropriate behaviors to express wants and needs, and how to support their self-regulation development.