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From no to yes! j7 s3 V$ M( y7 N, p
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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:0 e$ Q1 @/ O* o7 B% g1 g
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
* H) _& }5 m- i/ Q/ a& OTry “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.7 f$ o- _4 N/ M9 Z0 o8 B
% w- e: K Q2 R/ L5 X2. Speak up when she’s good: X# z: C- s3 C: [+ U% v+ t8 ?
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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. }8 ^! {8 D# Q3. Stay one step ahead
?4 ]3 ~" q8 M! WLimit 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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