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post #21 of 22
Sounds to me like you handled the situation like a pro. IMO the most importent thing in cases like this is BE CONSISTENT. If this is your preferred way of dealing with begging situations, then STICK WITH IT! Do it the exact same way if it happens again, so he knows exactly what the reaction will be. If you change your method every time, he will be confused and not get the point you are trying to show him - that when you say no, you mean no.

I am not saying you should always say no - just saying that if you say no - stick to it. If you want to give him something that he begs for - say yes the first time he begs - or say no and stick with it.
Dont ever let his fits change your mind, cause that is a sure way to reinforce that behaviour. Send clear signals. Say what you mean - and stick with it.
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post #22 of 22
First time I asked I reflect and I gently say no.
second time I re aknowlege the want and re confirm my no
third time asked and answered and will not debate the issue at all..
In the future I start out certain shopping trips with an understanding we are here to get XYZ we are NOT here to get toys or food or anything else if you ask me for something my answer will be no.
As she got old enough we have allowed her an "allowance" she can spend as she wants and sure sometiems we do treats.

Deanna
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