038 - Why do toddlers throw toys instead of playing with them?

Discerning Parenting

Has someone said that your toddler is bad or naughty because they threw a toy to the floor instead of playing with it?
Or maybe someone is telling you that unless you punish your toddler, you'll be spoiling them.
If you are wondering why your toddler loves to throw toys instead of playing with them, you're not alone. In this episode, we talk about this common behavior, why it happens, and what to do about it.
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