Help a Grandmother please....

I have a two year old Grandson - his Mother and him live with me. My Grandson is just mean. He hit's constantly, pinches, and kicks. We have tried many methods of discipling him, telling him no, time out, putting him in his crib, which he climbs right back out of. My 3 children were never like this when they were growing up. I am at my wits end as is his Mother. I have told her not to give him sugar, or anything with red dye, but nothing works. He climbs on things, as in chairs, jumps off them, and has literally no fear.He is like the energizer bunny on speed...Any suggestions would help.

Dr Maud Answers

It is unlikely that your grandson is mean natured. He is just acting out. There are a number of pages on the site that may help you.

1. Understanding his behavior as a first start to changing it - see Toddler Discipline

2. For hitting and biting, in particular, see the Hitting and Biting page

Another great resource is the Talking to Toddler audio set - I think it gives great advice. Click Here! to read more.