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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:& P; X3 D. l8 l
; S/ k& D. t9 H1. Replace “no” with “yes”
0 L+ V; a$ Q+ p) I# y! e8 ETry “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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2. Speak up when she’s good
+ @" r! X9 H: a5 f0 \/ EIf 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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; R1 E1 m3 |% q$ _4 e8 a3. Stay one step ahead3 b5 S0 g, x" {; d J$ \
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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