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Practical steps for parents to take in order to prepare their toddler for a new sibling.<\/p>\n
The sibling relationship lasts longer than all other relationships. The sibling relationship will last longer than the parent-child relationship and longer than the partner relationship as well. So preparing your toddler for a sibling is critical for their long-term relationship.<\/p>\n
Their relationship can be strong, uninhibited, and intimate.\u00a0 No two sibling relationships are the same as each relationship and each individual has their own characteristics.\u00a0 So starting in pregnancy it is critical to get your toddler prepared to be a big brother or a big sister.<\/p>\n
Preparing the toddler to be independent<\/b><\/p>\n
When parents only have one ‘baby’ to take care of it is easy to make them the center of your attention. You can pick them up, cater to their needs, and accommodate their schedules.\u00a0 This gets complicated when baby #2 arrives.<\/p>\n
Depending on the toddler’s age they may be extremely mobile and able to be self-reliant in many ways.\u00a0 In other cases, you may still need to hold their hand walking to the car or even still carrying them as they are escape artists.\u00a0 To avoid issues like needing to carry two kids to the car simultaneously I have some suggestions for getting your toddler up to speed.<\/p>\n
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Preparing the toddler to be a big brother or big sister<\/b><\/p>\n
Becoming a big brother or big sister is a BIG deal! The more excitement you can create around it the more excited they will be to meet and assist with the newborn.\u00a0 Here are some simple ways to orient your ‘baby’ into becoming a ‘toddler’.<\/p>\n
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Introducing the siblings<\/b><\/p>\n
Introducing the siblings does not have to be nerve-racking.\u00a0 The first step is to be prepared for the unexpected and then the second step is to acknowledge their feelings.<\/p>\n
Remember however the first meeting goes, you need to acknowledge your toddler’s feelings even if they were not what was expected or hoped for.\u00a0 If they act out then you have a toy and a meal to distract them.<\/p>\n
Part 2- Building a Family will be released next week.<\/p>\n
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