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[quote=Anonymous]I can see where you're coming from, and I certainly don't think it's abusive as a one-time thing.  That said, it'a not sustainable, so obviously not ideal.  I think you need to read "How to talk so kids will listen and listen so kids will talk."

I also think you need to get some consistent consequences in place.  I would consider stripping her room to a bare minimum (remove all legos and books that she did not personally purchase) and explaining that she can be your legal ward (for whom you provide basic neccessities, including food that is edible but not delicious and shelter but not entertainment), or your child (for whom you provide lovingly-prepared meals, gifts that you believe she would enjoy and above all your time and attention).  She gets to choose.  If she is being a brat, she gets one chance to rephrase ("I love you and want to listen, but I will not be treated unkindly in my own house.  Try that again"), and if she refuses to comply, then 1) she is not entitled to any public areas in the house, 2) she is not entitled to your or DH's help.  Meals will be boring food eaten alone, and she will be doing her own laundry, etc. Punishment wnds when she apologizes and is prepared to speak kindly to all family members.[/quote]

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