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From no to yes# p* s5 u" s, o
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While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:/ `: i5 S. q5 v/ u6 h3 f$ x9 d
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”, ~6 e( b' b) o. |4 u- z$ J
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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; V+ z5 @$ h9 l/ B4 n2. Speak up when she’s good O9 I5 [! w2 U7 C
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.* _. w" |1 r" n
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3. Stay one step ahead" `! P$ A6 ~3 i: b' _/ 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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