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What to Do with a Jealous Stepson
Asked by S.M. from Indianapolis
on July 28, 2009
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Alright, my husband and I have been married for nearly a year, and he has an 8 year old son. He does not live with us full time, but he comes over frequently. Here lat...
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- If it's any comfort to you, our biological kids (both boys) used to do this to us sometimes! They are now teens, so it doesn't happen anymore. I think they just want...
- He is only 8. He will adjust, but for now lay off kissing in front of him.
- Aww, poor little guy! (I'm sure it's not easy for you, either, but you're 25, he's 8, and having a son myself, my heart goes out to him.) I wonder.....do you think...
Oldest Son Jealous of Little Brother/how to Get Him to Treat Brother Differently
Asked by L.G. from Tulsa
on November 29, 2008
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My 11 year old from the day his little brother was born has resented him. His little brother is now 6. Sometimes they will play together but the oldest constantly is...
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- L., i don't know how well it will work at this point but my oldest is 7 1/2 years older than his younger brother, when i was pregnant we told the oldest one that this ...
- I think all of Amy's suggestions are great, but I'd add a few thoughts. I do think the little ones can manipulate the situation to get their older sibs in trouble. So,...
- I second the recommendation for Siblings Without Rivalry, by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. Very hands-on, very practical advice, not so much parenting "advice" as to...
I'm Jealous of Daddy!
Asked by P.L. from Houston
on August 1, 2006
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I'm starting to feel jealous of my husband's relationship with our two and a half year old son. I stay home to work for my husband (which some days I resent also), so...
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- P., I know how you feel. My daughter has always made me feel like her daddy is the most important person in her life. I was always working. I also had two jobs, my hus...
- Your feelings are normal, I feel the same way some of the time. Mostly because I take care of my boy and do all those things you stated, and my husband goes to the gym...
- Hi P., It sounds like you need to talk to your husband and make some changes. I am a single mother of three children and have to work full time to keep food on the...
Im Not a Jealous Person I Swear...
Asked by J.S. from Provo
on June 20, 2008
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I might sound childish and immature when I say this, but I get extremely jealous when I hear about the other person my ex husband is dating now. This is the first girl...
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- Your feelings are so very normal. I couldn't stand my ex but had the same feelings when he started dating (he is on his fifth girlfriend now!). I think there is a hu...
- Sounds like you are jealous of the time she seems to be spending with your son, not your ex. I don't really have any advice. Just knowing what is actually causing your...
- Kids can learn to love their father's girlfriends or new wives, but these people NEVER replace their mothers as long as their mothers stay involved. As someone with s...
New Little Man
Asked by D.J. from Miami
on June 7, 2007
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advice... what do you do when your husband feels a bit jealous of the new little man in your life?
he is great with our son but i think he feels like i love Luke mor...
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- Please don't overgravitate toward your children, and leave the other person responsible for bringing them in to the world on the ledge. Not unless you want to have hi...
- There is a great resource called Created to Be His Help Meet. You can find it on www.nogreaterjoy.com. I would get this book and read it. Good Luck.
- D., sorry to say it's just the nature of the beast, especially if you breast feed. He's gonna just have to suck it up, grow up, and get over it. A.
My 3Yr Old Son Hitting His 16Ms Sister... What to Do????
Asked by N.L. from Orlando
on January 20, 2009
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I am crying my eyes out, i do not know what to do! I tried time out, i tried taking away toys, I went down to his level and spoke with him and explained. nothing is wo...
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- I agree with Noel C. Please spend one-on-one time with your son. If possible have your husband do the same. I think you should each pick a special thing that you do...
- Does he know it hurts? Maybe a little of his own medicine would help and held learn that things do hurt. I worked on my bitting baby boy. NO major thing maybe a smak...
- Try a couple of things: If you're able take him out and spend some time with just him. Maybe a weekly date so that he knows he's still important to you. Also, includ...
Seeking Sibling Advice
Asked by M.B. from New York
on June 13, 2007
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My daughter is 4 and was very excited to be haveing a new brother coming. But now that hes here, shes become a terror. She throws things, yells for no reason at all ov...
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- My girls are 4 years, three months apart, and I remember it very well. First of all, do NOT call the baby the "NEW" baby. It implies that she is now the "OLD" baby, a...
- Hello M., I feel for you, My husband and I have just gone down that road. I have a 3 year old daugter and just had another baby girl in February. My daughter was ...
- Hi M., I just came across your request. I can identify with you. I have a 3 yr. old and an 18mo. old., both girls. When I was expecting my second child I didn't kno...
Need Help! NB Baby Won't Sleep W/out ME!
Asked by K.B. from Sioux City
on January 23, 2008
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My son is 8 weeks old. EVERY NIGHT for the past three or four weeks, he goes down to sleep great. And EVERY NIGHT he wakes me up in the night. He's not hungry and only...
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- Are you swaddling your baby? Sometimes when babies are waking and not hungry or wet, they don't know how to self sooth to get back to sleep. They still like the feel...
- K. ~ I had the same problem with my now 7 year old but when he was a baby he wanted to sleep with me too. I was told by the doctor that if I turned a radio on very lo...
- Hello, just wanted to offer this idea, newborns are used to being in a tight and warm place, and also listening to your heartbeat, if you live near a wal-mart or even ...
Dealing with the Ex
Asked by V.R. from Los Angeles
on February 14, 2008
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Okay so my other half has another child (6) with his ex and i cant stand them contacting each other. I had drawn the lines to the point where he couldn't answer the ph...
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- Honestly, I understand the fear, but at the end of the day, who is he with? If he wanted to still be with her, he would be. Don't forget that he has a child with thi...
- Dear V.: My husband also has an ex and a child with his ex -- although the ex attempts to control every situation and she is a complete nightmare -- we diffuse the ...
- Get a grip! Your behavior is unbelievable! You have to ask if your overreacting? Ummm... YES! He had a child with this woman and you need to at least act like your...
Toddler Acting Different Late in My Pregnancy
Asked by J.S. from Pittsburgh
on February 4, 2008
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Hello! My daughter will be 2 in early March, and I am due with another girl the last week of February. My daughter has always been very easy going, relaxed, fun, and j...
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- My daughter is 21 mos. old and I am due the beginning of April. for the past few weeks, she has become increasingly clingy and whiny, challenging my every command or r...
- Hi! As a mother of 4 boys, I can't offer any girl specific advice, but since there's no more than 22 months between any of my kids, I can give some general info. It c...
- My oldest began acting out the night before our daughter was born. He was awake until midnight and had never done that before. She may be sensing that big changes ar...
