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From no to yes
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8 |/ q; A+ J7 C- B/ ~While saying no to your toddler is often necessary, it isn’t fun for either of you. To cut down:5 c7 ]; W) F9 G! h$ o
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1. Replace “no” with “yes” B h( K: U0 ~4 e% K! A. f/ B
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.. n1 w, a- J0 [
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2. Speak up when she’s good
" j- y% r. D' |! E$ J, GIf 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./ s+ C+ D4 p/ D3 b
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3. Stay one step ahead( o1 z8 g5 V) o0 P9 N% F
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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