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From no to yes! h0 W( \. L' k% x7 a1 V
1 {. n+ H; @4 K7 V& S" i1 fWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:4 |& A3 F/ o# J
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
. b! u& x1 i8 E& ?2 FTry “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
* v0 s# n% h4 t9 f3 f5 g) _& \1 ^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.& }2 v# U8 _+ W
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3. Stay one step ahead+ W: s! k: b* t( d
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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