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From no to yes
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9 T! c9 Y) `, @7 @8 ?While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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5 r' g n( T | l1. Replace “no” with “yes”( U p9 P4 G# P2 O! Q$ j# O5 o0 y5 U
Try “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.
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2. Speak up when she’s good, S: d2 b3 U& p; v: a( Y
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.; ]7 R5 ~5 e0 w, H# _' D
" v; k0 F3 {5 i# M0 t- b3. Stay one step ahead4 }8 Q5 A- m' ^7 z
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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