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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:/ Z4 w, p& m' p( T
3 n7 P% y8 Q; [3 i1. Replace “no” with “yes”: W8 G. U: j+ C2 K& R3 o
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.8 g0 y) k) [. w. d' ^( ?8 D' H/ o
" z2 y( E: z$ t0 ^. Q2. Speak up when she’s good6 v4 D+ E9 L' ]8 ~$ 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.7 \( H7 Q* A% w( H6 a) N! Z
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3. Stay one step ahead
$ C" A% J, k4 [8 @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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