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A member asked:
When will my baby understand me when i say "no?"
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6 months: They usually understand the word "no" at 6 months, but they will not always like that answer!
Answered 3/22/2011
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Tough call: Raising children is an art form, not a science. I can tell you from personal experience that 15 year olds sometimes do not understand the word "no". The best choice is repetition and vigilance. Good luck.
Answered 4/24/2015
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Depends...: Depends on how consistently you enforce a "no" once you've said it. If "no" can turn into a "yes" with enough pressure, they may never learn to understand it. At best, 18-24 months.
Answered 10/6/2014
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That depends: Some babies may understand the word as early as 6 months, but typically it won't be until after a year or 18 months that they will actually stop what they are doing in response to the word. Try to set up a safe place for your baby to play in your house so you can avoid saying "no" a lot.
Answered 4/25/2011
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