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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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. l D' [1 e R [1. Replace “no” with “yes”$ w; z3 A( b5 U6 r6 A* l/ a
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.3 \3 r* k+ q: J5 \0 q
: n# j. z8 v* `) i9 [+ M" D+ `2. Speak up when she’s good
3 M4 u1 S$ Q. m9 z; ZIf 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.0 X4 |. `! g' N' E
2 R. ~3 W, \$ m3. Stay one step ahead
: w5 r0 I9 d B( L0 C& W3 D8 YLimit 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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