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From no to yes
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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”
1 n3 o4 H2 L4 _9 wTry “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 good
& J* ^- j% U1 h1 i6 V# w: ^' EIf 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. N& g; }8 V# W/ X# X" B: }
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3. Stay one step ahead! O, d: h5 U) W& s9 q
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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