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From no to yes
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2 o, e6 P6 C6 H& {( u! G+ xWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
1 X1 i' B) Z1 ^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.4 F e% _+ Z" X( J
/ d2 }. g$ p% v5 W2. Speak up when she’s good
! R: d8 N! U8 a( H. H8 S1 `& s6 vIf 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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4 J& G/ Q- d( l# L4 Y" [3. Stay one step ahead' A/ c# I) w0 V" j# l$ k5 ]
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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