how can i get my 2 year old daughter to stop telling me NO?

Answer 1

I know what you mean, however, its healthy that they tell you no. but if you want her to stop you need to stop using it (if you do say it). you need to find another way to tell her not to do something. good luck.

Answer 2

I have taught pre school long enough to know that at 2 they can be disciplined. They are no longer babies and need to learn that they must be respectful and obedient.

Everytime she tells you no you need to put her directly in time out. After she does her time then tell her that she must talk nicely to mommy and do what she is asked. Be consistent. EVERY SINGLE TIME she does this she goes back into the corner. It won't take long and she'll stop. Make sure that she doesnt' get any attention while she is in time out. Negative attention is just as good as positive attention to a child who wants their way.

Good Luck! SD

Answer 3

As frustrating as this is, it is very normal for 2 year olds to assert their independence. First, let her have control over some of the little things like what to wear, or what snack to have. Second, teach her what the appropriate response is. Show her that you are proud of her when she says "yes mommy", and let her be proud of herself. She has just learned what no means, so now it is time for the next step. Third, choose your battles very carefully, you don't want to be in a constant battle over little things. Stay calm and patient as much as possible, and remember, this is a short stage, and you are the parent

Answer 4

Is she is getting a bad attitude, you should tell her "It is not ok to talk to me like that, say no thank you mom"

Also, if she is saying no to something important like toothbrushing or using her car seat, you need to make clear that some things are nonnegotiable. Make sure she ahs control over some choices, like what color socks to wear or if she wants chicken nuggets or fish sticks as part of her dinner.

If she is just telling you no all the time and its not a problem, just annoying, well, just think ahead to the teenage years when this sor of problem will seem simple!

Answer 5

My 2yr old is the same but as said above its normal, there growing up and they have heard it said more times than any other word (normally) so there only copying!!!

When they say it as a answer to a question, just ask the question in a diffrent way, a way that gives the child a way to reply diffrently.

ie; Are you ready for bed? common one for NO!!!
say would you like mummy or daddy to take you to bed?
or lets get ready for bed and read your favourte story?
etc
They will grow out of NO soon.

don't worry

Answer 6

Whenever you want them to do something like eat or get dressed give them choices. There are certain things that I don't like her saying no to like when I have her share her water with me just to teach her how to share it starts off with her yelling no at me but after a while she will stop saying no and be willing to share. Do not make it seem like no is a bad word because it's not.

Answer 7

You need to give your child more options to make decisions, but they should still be things you control. Rather than telling her to put her coat and hat on before going outside, ask her "Do you want to put on your coat or your hat first?" Then you get what you want out of her, and she thinks that she's making the decision :)

Answer 8

i really liked onlinegift's answer - i just wanted to add to really try to say YES more often yourself. Like if she is doing something she shouldn't do don't say No instead tell her what she can do. Like "Oh honey standing on the table is not a good idea.. but you know what is a good place to stand? on this box.. here give it a try!"

Answer 9

Have you heard of terrible twos. Please believe me this is very normal for a 2 yr old. You have to start a little discipline action going. It will get better. Just hang in there.

Answer 10

Good Luck!
When you find out .. let me know!