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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:1 Q0 a! a$ N9 `) J7 [$ C: N4 }* Q
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”5 \ K; y7 z' A0 C- S* z
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
$ S2 r# ~: k5 S; ^& B5 D% aIf 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.9 z/ [1 O+ x9 D
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& U5 x- u* L+ ~* D" PLimit 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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