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From no to yes7 L5 g' y |! T
7 ^5 r- R+ Q g( t+ n, w* ~* W6 ?While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:) \' u. A3 b& u' \# \, k
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”( W& \1 q4 `# a' X7 @$ W
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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2. Speak up when she’s good1 A( d. W* l$ A$ h& B) W6 h
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.3 K, _# `- x' D& Z
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3. Stay one step ahead+ u8 U Q6 I' H- h. R1 d& U( b
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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