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From no to yes
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2 U3 w8 G5 s* Y- i$ LWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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* H& u* n) f. m7 b. V7 d1. Replace “no” with “yes”( q4 r+ Y# c" `" D: {
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.8 x) g8 p0 {" \2 B# n5 R
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2. Speak up when she’s good
$ `( \% e6 f) Y, v. Z8 d9 tIf 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.* i9 \1 m: r: S9 [) t
{' \ |+ e+ o3. Stay one step ahead# L/ q* w- w. t9 u/ @) y. c
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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