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From no to yes
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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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6 N# {* `$ J* q( ?' |1. Replace “no” with “yes”8 }7 U& r" T9 E$ ?+ }7 u; w# {
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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: i- H6 h, y% q9 b2. Speak up when she’s good
. r! h, s# k4 S# @# X. B" V5 H/ jIf 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.% F6 v( O) |5 N- |, A6 ~( p
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3. Stay one step ahead
$ G$ F9 i7 R. |' p/ z* j- K9 ZLimit 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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