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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:. W6 W" x: W8 K5 j, r
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”8 r2 v0 k1 ?% Y. V4 z9 ^+ n8 E G
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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9 N% n0 C7 k5 s* M6 ?+ G2. Speak up when she’s good1 R. `4 \& V% k( t+ g
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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6 h) p! J$ q+ w! J* Y# G& o3 i, e3. Stay one step ahead
( G9 Z* s W: o; Q4 }) v: gLimit 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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