What to Do When Your Child Hurts Another Child

“That can’t be right, surely? My little boy has hit another child? Are you sure? That is not like him at all...”

Followed swiftly by...
“He must have been provoked... was he retaliating... was he defending himself?”

And then, “Wait till I speak to him... I am so cross... that’s his treats taken away for a month!”

And maybe quietly inside...
“I knew hanging out with that child was a bad influence on him... I wonder if this is the first time?”

Sound familiar?
These thoughts — fast, fiery, and full of feeling — are completely human.
Anger. Embarrassment. Protectiveness. Disbelief. Disappointment.
Our reactions often flare up before we’ve had time to process the facts.

The truth is, being told your child hurt someone else can trigger something deep in us — a fear that maybe we have done something wrong too. That maybe this means something about us as a parent.

But what if you could handle it differently?

In thisepisode, I share a powerful shift that changes everything when these moments arise. It’s not about blame. It’s not about punishment. It’s about grounding yourself in calm leadership so that you can actually guide your child through what happened.

Next time someone tells you your child has done something that disappoints or triggers you, think of this mantra:

“I am powerful... if I pause first and hear the facts... then question thoroughly... and then talk to my child neutrally and calmly... I am in control. Cut out the mind chatter.”

You’ve got this.

Want to parent from a place of calm leadership — even when emotions are high?
Watch this episode to learn how to stay grounded, curious and connected... even when it’s hard.

And if you're ready to parent with more presence, connection and clarity every day, explore our Stressed to Best Parent method here.