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From no to yes! d9 u+ L7 _/ w) G+ A
0 p1 n8 i( }. I3 @& N; v+ X0 oWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”, F- X$ v+ P/ {% Z
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 G+ e( H6 G% V8 w/ D$ ]) ^+ ~
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2. Speak up when she’s good
4 z0 k3 c7 t- x6 TIf 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.& B2 g/ @- s7 l. N- p5 E
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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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