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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]A parenting class about backtalk taught me a strategy that really did work. I would say, "I can't listen to you when you talk to me like that, I'm going to leave the room" and then remove yourself. Or.. "It wears me out to be talked to like that so I'm not up for making dinner, sorry. You guys will have to be on your own tonight.." The point is, don't let a power play happen. But instead of punishing try letting your daughter learn the natural consequences of being talked to in certain ways -- it doesn't get them what they want most, your attention.[/quote]

This is what we do.  It's actually very effective especially when you put parameters on what they can and cannot eat.  You have to do it in a calm manner, though.  Otherwise your DC will think you've lost control and are lashing out rather than behaving in a calm rational manner (good modeling as well).  They learn really quickly not to get disrespectful when they're wanting you to take them some place. "I'm feeling really annoyed right now and need to calm down.  When we're both calm and can be respectful, I'll consider taking you but right now it's just not possible."[/quote]

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