It’s
a common concern as parents are scratching their heads wondering “Why is my
toddler biting his playmate?” The cause of biting varies. It can be a part of
socializing, teething, for territorial reasons or mimicking a behavior learned
from his surroundings. Little ones act on impulse and some choose to bite. This
goes for grabbing a playmate’s face as well as pinching or hitting.
Here
are some examples from my past child care experience: