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If a friend knocks for your child and they turn them down?!

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Borkins · 07/02/2020 16:46

My dd friend came and called on her. My dd said she didn't want to hang out just now.
On one hand I think this is okay. My dd is entitled to say no sometimes. However I feel bad for the child turned down!
How do you handle this?

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TheNoiseHurts · 07/02/2020 16:48

I mean, its been handled.

I dont understand the problem?

TeenPlusTwenties · 07/02/2020 16:48

You teach your child how to turn them down nicely.

So not 'I don't want to', but 'I'm sorry I can't right now, maybe another time'.

Borkins · 07/02/2020 16:49

I'm over thinking!

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Stevienickssleeves · 07/02/2020 16:49

Feel glad your kid is assertive and knows their own mind.

Borkins · 07/02/2020 16:54

Yes
Thank you
I overthink. My own issue!

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Spied · 07/02/2020 16:56

I used to feel like this but really it's good your DD is able to say no if she doesn't want to.
I find that in this cold weather most of the friends who come calling are the ones who don't want to play out- but instead come in to play ( mess your house). Most have been sent by parents who hope you let them in so they can keep their tidy home and have some peace ( but wouldn't allow your child in their home to play).

loutypips · 07/02/2020 17:02

I don't see the problem?
Good on your dd for saying no.

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