Does Your Toddler Listen to You?
If you're tired of hearing the word "NO," you're not alone. Here's how to handle stubborn toddlers
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Preschoolers are amazing little people, but they can also be oppositional, impulsive, self-centered, inflexible and illogical – especially when upset. If you feel as though you and your toddler are speaking different languages, here's how to communicate on their level:
Talking to your toddler
Toddlers often say "no" to requests and directions and, when you insist, they can become defiant. When they're stuck on saying "no," it's easy to get annoyed and threaten them or force them to cooperate, or to just give in and do the task yourself, which is also not the answer. Here are a few ways you can avoid tantrums and get your toddler to listen to you:
