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% M1 G+ H" ]3 p4 t b! {While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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5 S. u, S* ~; [" c1. Replace “no” with “yes”
1 i1 b v+ J& ?9 u. \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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* s* b3 a( e* t7 V5 K8 `# z7 J( X2. Speak up when she’s good
9 R+ \+ D5 F1 R4 D# q) l6 ~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.! Q4 F: I4 K, E4 Z9 J" `
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3. Stay one step ahead1 A8 @) c% n: s
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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