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From no to yes( i( ^/ `6 V7 I e% L
& y C( ?) z5 g! v+ I2 R' P( _While 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”& Q: D, o" {" a2 @$ k
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.* A1 V# V5 i3 G; c3 O$ Z
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2. Speak up when she’s good* N$ [3 z, {- S9 B
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.
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9 N5 L% v3 V2 n5 V/ p x* `* j* x6 u, h3. Stay one step ahead
" }( _) z% v# Y, w$ H; OLimit 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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