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I have an 8 year old, 2 year old, 1 year old - all boys. I apparently have another one on the way - damn New Year's Eve.
When the 8 year old was young, I did have to spank him. Not often, but enough that he knew what it was.
My 2 year old (well, soon to be 2 on Feb. 16th), I just started spanking him. He's as hard headed of child as I have ever seen. Tell him no, he does it again with you watching. Make the "I'll spank your butt" threat, he smiles, does it again. That's when he gets a swat.
The 1 year old: Only once thus far. There's only so many times he can try to put his hand in the fire place before he actually gets burned. He's shaping up to be the hard headed type.
Thus far, I think I have given less than 10 "diaper free" spanks - all to the 8 year old. The diaper provides extra padding, plus, if you pop it just right, it makes a sound like you just hit them with a piece of wood and puts a little fear into them. Now, the 8 year old immediately pops into shape with the "Do I need to come in there and swat your butt?" Plus, my wife has the threat "I'm going to tell your dad when he gets home". Works out well for everyone.
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