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From no to yes
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( Q2 ]! n( J% A2 w: Z$ k1 rWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:* [9 E/ C% Z: I
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
I7 U1 r0 V2 K6 H; ~2 D2 WTry “We sit on the couch” instead of “No standing on furniture!” Or “Yes, you can have a cookie right after you eat your green beans.” This helps toddlers understand the rules and may prevent a power struggle.& J+ \# w V+ [. J0 S8 R, @# R* W
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2. Speak up when she’s good% i# Q- q- ]4 m# s b
If you can give your child three compliments for every time you say no over the course of a day, she’ll be more likely to hear–and heed–you when you reprimand.
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Limit temptation: If your child likes to toot around in your jewelry box, put it out of reach or give her her own special piece of bling. |
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