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At what age will my baby understand that im upset with how shes acting and try to discipline her? shes 2 months now

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Learned behaviors : Start @ 6 mos. Discipline = teaching, not punishment. It's effective only if done without emotion. Prevent problems by learning behavioral development on the aap's healthy kids app & reading ht answers on infant & toddler behavior. Practice (1) saying "no" calmly but firmly; lowering your voice, when removing a forbidden object or redirecting a 6-18 mo. Old & (2) ignoring protests that ensue.

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Answered 5/12/2016

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