Module:Off-The-Hip

This technique is meant to encourage independence. If a child can walk on their own, mothers should be teaching their children it's okay to not be held all the time. This Technique often led to infants and toddlers crying and screaming.

Steps

 * 1) Do not pick up child
 * 2) Go down to child's level, ask child what does he/she want
 * 3) If child continues to cling,  move away and ignore
 * 4) Repeat steps
 * 5) Wait to give hug

Alternate Steps
These steps were used in The Smith-Clarke Family. These steps are used for an angry child who is out of control.
 * 1) Come down to child’s level and give them a choice
 * 2) Use authoritative voice
 * 3) When child says "no", go down to their level and use a more firm voice, then walk away
 * 4) If child doesn’t listen, use the strength of your arm to hold them down
 * 5) Don’t give in and don’t let child hit you
 * 6) Child calms down and makes choice
 * 7) Hugs and kisses

Episodes & Varations

 * The Gorbea Family
 * The Burnett Family
 * The George Family
 * The Smith-Clarke Family (Used alternate steps)
 * The Bailey Family (Season 8)

Links
Off-the-Hip technique on Supernanny website

How to Get Your Child Off Your Hip on Supernanny US YouTube channel (George Family)

Child Doesn't Like Off the Hip Technique on Supernanny US YouTube channel (Gorbea Family)

4yr Old Beats Up Mom Over Snack on Supernanny US YouTube channel (Smith-Clarke Family)