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Is it normal for 4 year old to say mean things?
Most young children will say hurtful things to their parents, and you probably did as well. Showing compassion for your child’s feelings, while holding your ground on your decision that upset them, will help them to identify, accept and handle their feelings, and will teach them compassion.
How do you get kids to stop saying inappropriate?
Here are some tips to help you respond if your child swears:
- Don’t overreact.
- No matter what age your child is, address it immediately and calmly.
- Nip it in the bud.
- Ask your child first whether he or she understands the word.
- Don’t be tempted by YouTube fame.
- Be honest.
- Find new words.
- Create consequences.
How do you discipline a defiant 4 year old?
What you can do about defiance
- Be understanding.
- Set limits.
- Reinforce good behavior.
- Use time-outs – positively.
- Empower your preschooler.
- Choose your battles.
- Distract and divert.
- Respect his age and stage.
What to say when your child won’t eat something?
A better thing to say: “We are not having ice cream now because lunch is a half hour away. We’ll have some one day this week for dessert.” Rationale: Children accept “no” much better when they know why they can’t have something and when they will have it again. 4. “You didn’t eat enough. Take a few more bites and then you can leave the table.”
What do you say when your child is picky about food?
A better thing to say: “I know you’ll get there, sweetie. It takes time — and many tastes — to learn to like a new food.” Rationale: Instead of feelings of inferiority, you want to instill confidence that the child can and will like the food in their own time. 2. “You used to like blueberries — you are so picky!”
Do your words have power when it comes to children and food?
Never underestimate the power your words have when it comes to children and food. If you are looking for positive and effective ways to feed your child at any stage of development, check out my book, Fearless Feeding, to get the support you need. Any of these statements ring true with you?
What is the best way to tell a child to eat?
Rationale: Praising children for eating more food teaches them quantity is preferable to following one’s appetite, which varies from meal to meal. 7. “Eat this, it’s good for you.” Translation: “It tastes bad.” A better thing to say: “This tastes really good and is similar to X that you like.”