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From no to yes6 t, t& C" ?- M
8 A* V4 e5 o2 s7 g6 x( V) MWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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- o V6 C0 x* z) V7 V1. Replace “no” with “yes”1 s2 A+ S$ H$ j0 Q1 P, A
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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" Q) u4 P& a& A) M5 p2. Speak up when she’s good
% K) Y; H+ `2 u) R0 g! m5 uIf 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' B, W: p3 m0 [, z- ?7 ~4 U( _
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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