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From no to yes
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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:+ h. d. q/ P0 e: a& V* h7 ^* y( s
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”
& L2 e( e' w7 Z1 R8 J1 b) a* q D" qTry “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.3 y3 b1 l* F. |# f$ b% y8 f) N
' L) o1 b1 X H8 R: r7 j2. Speak up when she’s good! M/ _- f- i1 k
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.8 F* ^; m" ]+ ~
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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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