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From the age of about two, children like to start to feel responsible and as they are battling for their independence it’s a good idea to give them some responsibility. You want to let your children think they are sometimes getting their way although they will be doing exactly what you want (just like husbands really!).

For example, getting dressed can often cause problems with young children so put out two outfits and ask them to choose which one they would like to wear. In their minds they have got their own way but then so have you. Everyone is happy. Ask them to try and get in the car seat themselves and do up their harness. Would they prefer to help Mummy make the beds first or do the dusting? Only ever give them a choice of two things.

Pushchairs are often a cause for a battle. If they don’t want to get in, then, if possible, let them push it, but put reins or a child lead either on them or on the pushchair so you are still in some control.