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Take a Deep Breath

It can be hard to keep your patience when you have a whining child on your hands, but losing your cool may only exacerbate the situation. Before you fly off the handle, take a deep breath and remind yourself that your child is likely whining because he needs your help. Respond to your child's need (for example, opening a cereal box for him) with patience, and it will likely rub off on him.

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