Most young children go through a biting stage, but children with
developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges may be more
likely to bite due to sensory issues, and less likely to
understand that it hurts the other person. When my son started
biting years ago, I followed the advice of a fellow mom on an
e-mail list, and the technique worked very quickly to save me
from those tiny teeth. It's not the most sensitive procedure,
and you may be disturbed to use eye contact as a punishment, but
if biting becomes a whatever-works situation for you, here's
what worked for me. Time Required: Count of Ten - When your
child bites you, immediately grab both of his hands. - Make eye
contact with your child and insist on keeping that contact as
you count to ten. If the eyes waver, the count starts over. The
hands will not be released until the count finishes. - After a
count of ten, say, very sternly, "No biting!" - Release your
child's eyes and hands. - Chewy toys and tubing may give your
child a more acceptable ou