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From no to yes
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( y$ w3 x- @ d, q7 t- u' s5 N! rWhile saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:
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) {3 u; {- ?0 u( p; rTry “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.) z/ N, t- w& e/ s0 W5 s& U
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2. Speak up when she’s good
) O$ }7 L. w) e4 Y9 N5 C/ n/ oIf 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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3. Stay one step ahead; z# w6 W! X2 y' @6 z' F* w. d
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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