Is it better to tell your child what to ware and what to eat are to give them three choices so that the are still eating healthy and dressed for the place are activity thay are to atend but not leting them go off of your three.
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Let him/her know that you do not object to him saying "may I wear this instead?" after you lay out his cloths. Not everytime. But the option should be there. And also let him know that you can object to that new outfit. Or until he gets better judgement w/ age.
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i think the three choice idea is great. It makes the child feel like they have a say.
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Choices work really well, and you are right three choices are just the right amount to use. Anymore then two or three a child will have problems choosing. It gives your child the ability to have a small sense of control over what you prefer they choose without making them feel like you are ordering them to do it.
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Giving the child choices is their first foray into making healthy choices for the rest of their lives, and gets them accustomed to it. Besides that, it gives them control over their lives. They should have a say, too! I love the idea!! I did the exact same thing for my girls. It's a win/win for everyone. Perfect :) +5
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I used to give my son choices when he was little. Two choices I knew he would hate and one I wanted him to take. i.e. Son: Mom I want to play on the driveway; Mother: You can't play on the driveway you can play in your room or out in the backyard; Son: But I want to play on the driveway; Mother: That's not one of the choices. The choices are your room or in the backyard. Son: Well I don't want to stay in my room so I guess I'll go in the backyard :)
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Steve you can trust what Phillis says. If you ever read about her daughters you would know she is an excellent mother.
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