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From no to yes
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( E0 ?' v+ |7 n; d3 T2 v/ aWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:- N s4 d8 |+ Y: h; M M1 A
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”( B1 Q; A: W/ V5 |# [ V
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 ?$ y6 n' F6 N2 t: f4 o$ h- d2. Speak up when she’s good- o b: I) ]. Q1 l* s, p
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 P# n. Q1 Z% m
J' h3 w3 k" y: u) U3. Stay one step ahead# a0 \: N" o, [2 y* q/ B
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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