u/ojustkidding

My 13 month old recently started swinging, grabbing and pushing my face when he’s frustrated or upset. I’ve tried blocking his hand and saying “gentle hands”. That works in other scenarios but with this one, it seems to make him angrier. I’ve tried not reacting and just stepping away for a moment - he didn’t care. He seems to just randomly do it any time he’s near my face. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! I have no intentions of spanking, especially while attempting to teach him that hitting is wrong, but when he really goes after my face, I get so frustrated I feel the urge to pop him! Please help!!!