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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:
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”- }7 P% ]: { C& P+ x% ?7 ?
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.! z4 s8 j, X3 R9 ^4 r- W+ V
' S q2 Y n3 v& a$ u2. Speak up when she’s good
* B- W) t9 S8 \2 x" ^: V" 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.
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( C7 ~$ M# z5 M9 K4 |/ \; X) g3. Stay one step ahead$ u3 l+ e+ g9 b+ a6 P. ^* X
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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