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From no to yes+ n1 S" a# L" l1 {7 U7 q" x& l
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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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% ^' k+ s4 V, r- U1 r3 P# m, w1. Replace “no” with “yes”% o- N6 A( e/ w% |1 V
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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, Y) P1 h/ @! q0 v5 o8 u2. Speak up when she’s good% Y) c5 q k6 W# P2 Z
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." J1 G" k0 o. J: }2 i8 q' X
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3. Stay one step ahead
; t! h Y+ Z8 BLimit 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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