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From no to yes# M7 l8 M6 y J+ v: }4 ]8 p! Z* v
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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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+ I* Z+ E: ^1 J% v1. Replace “no” with “yes”1 s# U1 D- m5 N" o, q/ m
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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2. Speak up when she’s good
8 @9 h, j. b% Q# R. ?: C2 ?% ^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 Q# X. o) L' i: ^; a& m$ _; i
% v9 r! F3 [4 e M3. Stay one step ahead
( h8 k& W6 |/ Z) w* D" [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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