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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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) j. f6 z8 _3 P4 s# x' N1. Replace “no” with “yes”
. x1 [, M/ ^& j5 ?. vTry “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$ y0 d1 m5 W6 f2 B& i
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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3. Stay one step ahead
5 Z% n2 o" r4 j( E2 ^+ N+ @5 qLimit 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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