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4 d' u( e8 |* g. s5 xWhile 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$ M$ v; o0 y7 S3 P' H1. Replace “no” with “yes”
* J$ Z! p* A: W& P9 ?+ v, ]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.1 o, n# {" X' p. E
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2. Speak up when she’s good
' A% f- [/ E v2 H: XIf 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.# o! e: y7 {/ G3 r9 S+ }
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3. Stay one step ahead
5 q& }( |/ F' ^* sLimit 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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