Toddler says no, no, no, no... You get the idea

[CasablancaMum]

My 35 month old has begun to say 'no' at pretty much every point, all day, every day. Sometimes he can be turned around by explanations of a situation, or distraction, or bribery. More often he will have a tantrum which is powerful but short lived - until the next question, request, direct order, sobbing entreaty comes along. His language is delayed, probably by 6 months or more & I suspect frustration is the root of the problem, but an advice on tactics or coping mechanisms happily received.

I find giving a simple choice to my 3 yr old works quite well. Just make sure both outcomes are what you want. For example: Me: it's bedtime. DD: no Me: do you want to walk or shall I carry you. DD: walk.
Works in most situations and means they feel they have some control in the situation.

Thanks, will try this.

I fondly remember when I was struggling to find out whether this was a no-no or a yes-no.... As banana suggests, choice sometimes works. A crystal ball is also very helpful