How to Deal with a Toddler Saying 'No'
Offer a couple of choices when you can.. Create options even if there technically aren't any.. Let your child know you hear them.
Steps
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Offer a couple of choices when you can.
Offer a couple of choices when you can.
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Create options even if there technically aren't any.
Create options even if there technically aren't any.
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Let your child know you hear them.
Let your child know you hear them.
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Provide a basis for your requests.
Provide a basis for your requests.
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Avoid using "no" as much as you can.
Avoid using "no" as much as you can.
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Teach your child other phrases to use.
Teach your child other phrases to use.
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Use positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Use positive reinforcement for good behavior.
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Make your child think that you need their help to do something.
Make your child think that you need their help to do something.
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Put your foot down when you need to.
Put your foot down when you need to.
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Try using reverse psychology.
Try using reverse psychology.
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Take a deep breath and stay calm.
Take a deep breath and stay calm.
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Realize this phase won't last forever.
Realize this phase won't last forever.
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