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From no to yes
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- f; f' U! a' G' {While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:: ^5 l# k0 I# f
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1. Replace “no” with “yes”. E0 Z1 D$ e& L3 X" [
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 good0 |: R* z2 v" Z! N
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.
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1 v Y- j6 y9 s/ B( I3. Stay one step ahead
5 g$ |/ T& w' s/ `/ z7 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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