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While 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”; I- c9 F2 o" V) j* T4 _
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., t; k9 ~- |' f( y! e0 U, K
$ ]- j7 y; {: N# w2. Speak up when she’s good2 {$ c- H+ g7 ?$ g2 N3 F
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.2 o! \) N9 ]% |* ?: P. K
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# S0 b% L# I# K8 [) z* ]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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