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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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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
, E6 x3 i. _5 ~. X- H+ G4 w# cTry “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.( O6 }! j: x+ l! M% X3 v
% s% |& [8 R" @* W2 x* {( b! g. T2. Speak up when she’s good
& u+ ?: S8 p: ?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.; | f7 W1 ?' D) _+ E/ s
5 A& Q7 f+ Z& J; @ J) n8 E( q3. Stay one step ahead1 L' u) t( Q9 W, u( h4 O ^
Limit 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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