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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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7 Y' M" [7 J o% y; m; E1. Replace “no” with “yes”
' y8 U% o, H A8 E9 {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.$ K1 S9 K6 N" a5 `: q
1 r0 }+ x2 y2 i8 j" H8 { D. h2. Speak up when she’s good
. n; u7 e1 l8 g! b9 v: uIf 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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' ~$ T7 Z; A0 w3 p; t, I1 [3. Stay one step ahead
" e5 D" V4 ]: G% d! ]2 B! 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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