Should children get what they want by whining? Absolutely not.
Should they learn that they can get their way by marshaling good arguments and making them in a reasonable, humorous, charming way that meets your needs as well as theirs? Absolutely, if you want them to get anywhere in life.
But how to help them make that transition?
Whining is common with toddlers and preschoolers. Parents are usually advised to tell their kids to ask in a “nice” voice, because they can’t hear the whiny voice. But whining is a symptom of a deeper issue. So if you want to eliminate whining, you have to address what’s underneath.
If your child’s whining is driving you crazy, here are six parent-proven secrets to stop the whining. Which secret you use depends on why he’s whining.
