Saying no to your child
Don't say yes unless you mean it. If your child asks you if they can have something and you feel put on the spot, tell them you will think about it so you can give them a final answer rather than break a promise which can be hard for your child to understand.
Parentline Plus www.parentlineplus.org.uk.
By Parentline Plus
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