Part of effective, healthy parenting is your ability to say "no," mean it, and stick by it. Confronting bad behavior, setting boundaries, and role modeling all require your ability to say "no." Put your hand up in stop sign fashion and firmly tell her "no." When you get blowback, use your active listening to soothe your child's upset, but maintain the "no." Remind your child to accept your decision to avoid further consequences. This will be hard the first several times, especially if you're "the cool parent." Stick to your guns and both of you will survive. Saying "no" is a big part of healthy parenting.
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How to Handle the Stubborn Child
How to Handle Chores in Your Household
Building Character by Saying No
What, Me Worry?
How Much Space to Give Your Teen
What to do When He's Out of Control
You Count Too, You Know!
A Very Special Time for You and your Child
Do You Have A Round Tuit?
The Best...Time...Ever with your Child
What To Do When There's Too Much To Do
Kids Will Help Each Other Grow
Behavior Management 2.0
Balance Talking & Listening
Shoot for Just Right Parenting
Make Your Efforts Known
Getting by? Or Making it well.
All Systems Go
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