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From no to yes6 H. x+ C& a- E
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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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9 r0 r8 \, U1 S/ n1. Replace “no” with “yes”
, a, x p: I: y3 U+ mTry “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.2 S0 p( n0 [. y) c! d, p# Z
0 H; k% m1 N* M9 P2. Speak up when she’s good
' A1 |2 j1 ]% R; UIf 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.0 d, e* n+ \) `$ P
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3. Stay one step ahead
- g7 E% D4 z& P! m' u- F* uLimit 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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