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New sibling: Preparing your older child
How will my older child react to seeing me breast-feed the new baby?
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How can I prepare my older child for a new sibling?
How should I introduce my older child to his or her new sibling?
What can I do to help my older child adjust to having a new sibling?
What should I do if my child begins to act out?
How can I encourage my older child to be gentle with the new baby?
How will my older child react to breast-feeding?
How do I explain a medical concern to my older child?
How do multiple babies affect older siblings?
How do I prepare my older child for an adopted sibling?
How do multiple babies affect older siblings?
If you have multiples, the time demands are even greater for parents. Multiples also attract attention from family, friends and even strangers. An older sibling might feel left out or jealous.
Your older child will need special one-on-one time with you. You also can consider ways to give your older child "double rewards" for helping take care of the babies.
