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From no to yes! D! Z+ b2 W8 z, E" l
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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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' h. R+ C, V1 Z! p$ S( c* B1. Replace “no” with “yes”# R4 k' l5 G6 ?7 i( D0 i. i
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.% O( L) ~5 h5 s$ Q1 I9 F, f; p9 k
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2. Speak up when she’s good& P- A# R; O9 M# a6 k Y+ i
If 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.' w; u2 \8 o0 x' Z
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3. Stay one step ahead' o: {% S) z8 W! s# Y
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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