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4 |, p% j# P* n0 S' V" xWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
1 H8 n ?' c$ N8 x! O; R7 |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
- S, i2 [5 E; W3 ]* p, [+ s3 vIf 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." B; f3 Q- g1 H Q5 m3 S2 z+ ?+ v
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3. Stay one step ahead5 r' `- n. r7 x
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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