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From no to yes4 A- E# `( `0 a$ u8 \) ~
! l) O! K% F* `/ }% TWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:9 B- E; Z- C0 q1 k1 y: ]. }
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
* D# O6 q, o# k+ J1 |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
$ X. y( w: ]( X7 W m- mIf 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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3. Stay one step ahead
+ L- b) I: U: V& d6 k. GLimit 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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