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While 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”
# l5 H5 s; O H+ lTry “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.; d2 a1 `. b/ |4 O
9 Q) o1 S3 J. g7 b$ \: E1 n2. Speak up when she’s good
7 l# j K9 K+ w2 S! I' K& kIf 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& N. W) R& q2 o2 q0 G
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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