Oh, the toddler years! Yes, say “no” gently. But it’s really important to acknowledge her feelings. This will give her the tools to communicate early on.

Say: “You seem angry.”
Or, “You seem sad.”

Then, because she is just two, you can easily move into another activity. Get down on the floor with her. Roll around. Give her a pillow and let her “hit” you.

Probably she needs to connect.

And believe me, I know how exhausting this can all be!! You will soon have the most verbal, feeling, go-getting, smartest little girl running around!