5 Ways on How to Help Your Child Overcome Jealousy of a New Baby
4. Don’t scold him or yell at him
He might throw tantrums or do things to irritate you. Don’t respond negatively to such things. He’s simply trying to get your attention. Don’t scold him or yell at him, it will make things worse. Try talking to him. Make him feel loved and secure. This would solve the problem.
5. Don’t expect him to behave as an ‘adult’ around the new baby
He’s a little kid. Don’t expect him to act as a mini-adult around the baby. This will irritate him. The trick is to teach him lovingly about how to take care of the new baby and how to act around him. Gradual steps in this direction will ensure lifelong love and affection.
A kid’s heart is very gentle and can get easily hurt with the arrival of a new baby. Don’t make him think that all the love and affection has been transferred to the new baby. Involve him so that he feels loved and secure.
