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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:4 p3 p" o) l$ u- P- O( {6 m
6 R% Q( C& i( [# ]3 T2 i( j1. Replace “no” with “yes”
. `2 u; F( |6 N1 E! f; R4 r# E6 E! |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.: d, g) v; t, K5 t% _
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2. Speak up when she’s good
4 g6 h% z) q" pIf 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
% o- L2 E9 m5 m; v% b9 ELimit 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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