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Parenting Tips on Feb. 2 Fox 4 Morning News: Fashion Wars

Is getting dressed for school a battle in your household? Tune in to Fox 4 on Tuesday morning to find out how selecting school clothes can be less frustrating for both parent and child.  
 
Why children choose to battle over clothes

• Want to fit in with friends
• Experimenting with self expression
• Exerting independence 
• Expressing normal rebellion

Tips to make it less of a battle

• Let them pick our clothes the night before
• Give them a limited choice
• Involve them in clothes shopping
• Determine what is inappropriate, then explain
• Establish parent and child choice days

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