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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:8 Y. T% |* ~) }0 F
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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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5 E) l: j5 h; I9 I2. Speak up when she’s good& Z- w4 R0 J, T; a! U4 n% r
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.9 `7 N/ H2 _4 s3 d! i% O, ?3 I8 B
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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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