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From no to yes
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) Z8 C2 m+ z- e: u2 o. n# ?* ZWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:, `, w6 i& y: X4 t
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
, V: }3 k' s( n) B s9 d+ v6 [/ cTry “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 z! A8 G; q& `, B# `2. Speak up when she’s good
: m/ O5 b8 A' `0 |6 ~6 ]0 a8 CIf 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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; o0 N- c2 U, m" L _; H1 o3. Stay one step ahead
, ^; h# c% ?. N: M2 V# h' zLimit 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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