This mom has a “crazy” hack for stopping toddlers from complaining, and it emphasizes being responsible for their own things.

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Mom's 'crude' parenting trick to stop a toddler from whining sparks debate

Mom's 'crude' parenting trick to stop a toddler from whining sparks debate

This mom has a “crazy” hack for stopping toddlers from complaining, and it emphasizes being responsible for their own things.

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