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From no to yes( M2 v8 p [, F/ P
$ N; @, `0 ~9 F* r5 w1 X3 u) FWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:" n, m: s& b5 n0 P C q# D
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
" e! I8 r9 @& MTry “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
K; N+ z* N6 K7 f" K5 R4 |3 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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3. Stay one step ahead/ B( X+ g7 n- p) ]: F
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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