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[quote=Anonymous]My guess is they don’t want to take the time. This is like anything else you want them to do. You make it a family rule. You set a time for the daily shower, you make sure there is space in the schedule for it, and you announce that it’s time. Then if they don’t go, you escort them, prompt them to get out clean clothes and their bathrobe, and walk them into the bathroom. You wait outside and check that the shower was taken. You have to physically walk them through it, on the consistent schedule, until they get the habit and can be trusted to follow through. Think carefully through the timing and prepare for what to do if something comes up, like a bad thunderstorm at shower time and what Plan B will be if they can’t take the shower on time. Do they take it the next morning? Put it all in writing so there is no arguing and you each have a copy. No discussion, just a family rule, because you’re the adult. They can express their opinions respectfully, but you make the rules.

If they refuse, you impose consequences that you have thought out ahead of time when you are calm. No shower? Can’t do anything else except eat meals, chores, or homework. Just sit, otherwise. Older kids? Take the phone or car keys.

If your kid is only 11 and not following directions already you need to get control. Don’t think this is something they should do on their own when just told to. They should, but they aren’t, so back it up like they were toddlers. They will not like it, and will eventually give in once they realize you are serious and will stand there until they comply every day. Good luck. [/quote]

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