If your child keeps throwing toys, food or anything they can get their hands on, you’re not alone. Throwing is a normal part of toddler behaviour and an important step in child development. Learn why children throw things - from frustration to curiosity - and discover calm, positive ways to handle this messy but meaningful stage.

Most adults weren't taught about emotions as children. No one taught us how to be aware of our feelings or how to manage our behaviour when those feelings became overwhelming. Lots of adults report being sent to their rooms or being shouted at when their behaviour didn’t meet their grown ups’ expectations. I’d like to assume that for the majority of us, our parents tried their best with the information they had at the time. But now that we know more about brain development a