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From no to yes
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* z5 ?1 A0 X' K' {) _$ qWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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7 f) c. ?3 b- N1. Replace “no” with “yes”
5 i+ r, y0 K6 l, ?0 x, X- R0 vTry “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.; `+ g9 z* l' g" O% P
9 c/ Y3 k% q2 m9 S* c2. Speak up when she’s good3 q3 P- [% ~" r& C0 Q
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.
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3. Stay one step ahead# Q+ n* i" m+ k0 v6 U
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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