Got to agree with AAAAA I would alter my sleep patterns and go to bed earlier if this is not possible then keep him up till around 11 then put him back, is he getting enough food as milk will not do it. Is he tired during the course of the day or is he teething ? There are so many different things that need to be taken into account, could you keep a diary for 24 hours and let us know ? ie what he eats when he sleeps etc. Keep the diary on this thread ?

We have all felt that frustration at some point or other, I have found the best thing to do when in that situation is to put him in his crib close the door and walk away for a bit till you calm down.

I am NOT condeming you for smacking him I can't do that as you was at the end of your thether and you have not gone over the top he is fine, its in the past done and dusted move on from it.