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From no to yes
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1 ]3 A! Z/ F, SWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:. c6 y6 ]7 T2 A) g& Y) R. h
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”/ X3 O' f3 r- s: b/ }) t
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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2. Speak up when she’s good
3 B( l3 k% K* k( e) m5 kIf 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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3. Stay one step ahead3 Y0 r" `, e9 S6 g8 `$ U
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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