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From no to yes* W5 Y" r1 D+ a- n) q0 h0 D
, W& c) S2 C4 C- XWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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$ Q$ j, g# R {5 m: ?2 `1. Replace “no” with “yes”" w% l5 E2 v6 y
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.# ?9 M# Z! h% t) m2 s( N
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2. Speak up when she’s good
7 P: ^( T0 F" r" w& p. [4 pIf 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.& Y+ ]' i% r# ~ ` f
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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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