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From no to yes
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+ G6 ]. \9 b* e9 \ sWhile 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”; T' N/ f' F5 ~5 ]" N
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.$ m9 x) o R* f1 \4 W
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; Z; i; J, i" WIf 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.5 O1 Z3 L7 D( q4 h8 I: d6 h% a
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3. Stay one step ahead W+ M8 J9 y& I( k/ u( `! e; g; J
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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