Setting limits is not punishment, but a loving way to teach a child how to control his or her own behavior. Included is information on: why a child actually looks for limits; techniques for setting effective limits from the start; why a firm but gentle approach is the most effective; managing your own emotions and avoiding physical punishment; why the limits children learn in their first few years build a foundation for the rest of their lives.
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