No Hitting!

Question:  HELP! Any useful tips for hitting or I should say stopping hitting? Elliana gets frustrated when I pick her up sometimes and flips her body around then smacks me right in the face! I tell her that hitting is not allowed and that we don't do it and it hurts. She has been doing it for weeks now and its getting REALLY frustrating. Did you ever encounter this?

Answer:   Yes! Of course! No worries!  It's a stage and can be the result of the child being tired, frustrated, too stimulated, etc. I always use a firm voice and a serious face and say "No hitting." I'd advise you not to go into an explanation. If possible put her down and busy yourself with something else. As soon as she approaches you or is happy about something reward this behavior with your attention and your smile.