Age-appropriate discipline techniques for toddlers include:
- Redirection: Gently guide them away from inappropriate behavior by offering a different activity.
- Time-Outs: Use short time-outs (1 minute for each year of age) to give them a moment to calm down.
- Positive Reinforcement: Praise good behavior to encourage its continuation.
- Setting Clear Boundaries: Consistently explain rules and the reasons behind them.
- Natural Consequences: Allow toddlers to experience the natural consequences of their actions when safe (e.g., if they refuse to wear a jacket, they might feel cold).