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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:
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# i5 F6 B- f* _& V% W# O- ?3 ^8 m1. Replace “no” with “yes”
4 y* B; k1 G) M4 B) k% u8 dTry “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.. \+ g+ ~$ z) e. u1 ~0 P: z" W
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2. Speak up when she’s good% M9 j; x, {- O# @5 K
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.
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( q* f7 Q! E% @, A# i3 f8 r3. Stay one step ahead
" F& K+ P5 ]7 m' ?: I9 tLimit 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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