>> Narrator: How can you say no
to your kids
while you're shopping
without all the arguments?
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>> Oh. No, we are not
spending money on candy!
>> But Caroline--
>> I'm not talking about
Caroline.
You took the candy bar.
>> Just let him have it!
Let him have it this time.
( register beeping )
>> Look at that.
How could it be so much?
And where did that come from?
>> Narrator: So what's the
answer?
How can you get a handle
on shopping, without
so much drama and stress?
Kids want lots of things,
some that require new spending,
but many that don't.
>> Matthew, did you brush
your teeth yet?
>> No.
>> You know what I said.
No games until you brush.
>> Okay.
>> Narrator: For kids,
learning to wait is a habit
that puts all their wants
into proper perspective,
whether it's doing homework
before going out to play,
helping with the dishes
before watching TV,
or waiting before you
buy something for them.
And for parents it's helpful
to make a shopping list
before you leave for the store.
And then stick to it.
A list helps you stay on track,
and also helps you control
your kid's sudden impulses.
>> We're low on milk and fruit.
>> Okay.
>> Caroline, what are you doing
with the phone?
>> I'm just calling Michelle.
>> That can wait
till we get back.
Come on, Matthew, let's go.
Ready?
>> Can we get some ice cream?
>> Not today, Caroline,
ice cream's not on the list.
>> Maybe we can get it
next time.
>> Narrator: Having
a well thought out list
can help both kids and parents
budget effectively,
and avoid those impulses
to spend money carelessly.