Is it normal to feel like laughing while verbally disciplining my toddler?

[Anonymous]

I've used the words ''No bitting, it hurts'' a couple times on my toddler and then placed him down, ending the playtime session for a bit. It did hurt me to ignore him for a couple minutes and seeing him making the pouty face (along with crying for a bit) when I'm serious.

For a brief moment, I imagine laughing and making a brief joke, saying things like ''wow, you bite like a shark don't you'' but it wouldn't be correct either. I keep that moment to myself while remaining firm. I wonder if this happens to other parents, that even when they have to get firm/serious, they really feel like laughing?

[AngryCarl3]

I read somewhere that telling toddlers not to do stuff is futile. You're recommended to give positive instructions such as "play nicely".

But yeah, it's hard not to laugh at kids.

[Asker]

I'll try that too. I was making my no command short because talking so much is likely going to get him bored or overloaded.

[NathanDavis]

yeah... kids are funny

[Asker]

yup, true.

[slatyb]

He'll get over it quickly. I think this is perfectly appropriate for a toddler. Biting can be a serious problem if you put him in day care.

[Asker]

True. They have a short attention span so if I would've talked too much or say too much about his feelings, that would be overwhelming information for him.

[Iron_Man]

be careful not to laugh you will Blow it

[Asker]

yeah I wouldn't want him getting confused and treat biting as a game either.

[LBD04]

He is probably just learning these things.

[Asker]

Indeed. He's right on the exploration and learning stage.