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From no to yes. ]0 \, E) V2 x' ~7 c
& u) i/ u# `" m. C, }$ dWhile 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”
, h* B, `& r3 c; y9 H1 p: sTry “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.* G( _! I1 n0 ~0 w8 E
$ L$ |- {3 C4 R( m' ] d, h2. Speak up when she’s good
. W; {9 v2 P/ L- a! I$ YIf 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.6 |8 |5 @( E, t, X0 a! u
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3. Stay one step ahead: j. y1 ^: @( f, N0 j
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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