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From no to yes# C/ h4 K$ v9 J- a
- V4 V* _9 C0 |3 U7 ]While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:4 {' Y" T# [: z! ~
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”4 q9 y& D/ o7 J1 P8 \
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.3 _ _$ Z X; [$ p, l
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2. Speak up when she’s good
7 K8 r3 k# g; w0 u* mIf 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.' E8 o% R7 ^% ]& ~6 G
7 U8 U4 m) b5 M) k1 o; B+ `3 }/ O3. Stay one step ahead# ]4 U- f4 c. D: s7 F% T
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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