My first inclination is to wonder what is goign on that would cause her to act out like this…but her stepmom is getting ready to have a baby soon and she has been making very resentful comments about her step siblings. …
Read books about pregnancy , birth, newborns, and baby siblings with your child (see below for some suggestions). Give them a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and vent feelings inspired by the books. ..
When I was a little girl, my mother faithfully included my brother and me in the holiday giving by having us make something for our grandparents. Often, these gifts were handmade Christmas ornaments. Some years, they were lovely. Some years, they were hideous. Every year, they seemed to involve glitter (was my mother a glutton for punishment?) But it demonstrated an important lesson to me–kids are part of the family, too. And, more importantly, Christmas giving is more important that just Christmas getting . It’s easy for kids to lose sight of that.
When younger siblings become mobile, no matter how close they may have been with their older siblings previously, there are bound to be new squabbles over toys, books and the like. Finding toys large enough and interactive enough to accommodate both children can be a challenge, but not with the Yookidoo Discovery Playhouse ($100). Ideal for a 1-year-old baby, it also has enough going on externally to keep a 2 or 3-year-old child happy at the same time
Many young parents today are not only caring for their children, but also for their aging parents. If you are trying to manage the care of a ailing parent from afar, or wondering how you and your siblings can best care for mom or dad as they age, this week’s guest has some practical advice. Personal health care consultant Dianne Savastano shares tips for organizing your family’s health information, communicating with your parents about their health care needs, and strategies for planning for the future
Albert Michael/Startraks Nineteen-month-old Liam Aaron McDermott tries dad’s helmet on for size while out with the family on Sunday in Los Angeles. In addition to Dean McDermott , mom Tori Spelling and siblings Stella Doreen , 4 months, and Jack Montgomery , 10, were also in attendance
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It may be unpleasant but it’s unavoidable.
From playful teasing to the boxing ring
Having my kids farther apart allowed me to spend great quality time with each of them.
“the pluses and minuses of having kids close in age. You never are free from the baby stage….have you created enemies or playmates. Will I ever stop changing diapers?”
