Once our second little dude makes his appearance one thing everyone is certain of and they like telling me is that Georgie will become jealous. I beg to differ.
Of course I am aware that baby’s arrival will signify a massive change in Georgie’s life. Just as it will for papa and me. I find that to be absolutely normal. We will all struggle to adapt just like we would if we moved to Africa! Or something drastic like that!
But I don’t feel that Georgie will be jealous. First of all, so far, he has shown nothing but love and appreciation for his baby brother. He kisses my belly often and includes him when he counts how many people are sitting at our table. He says good morning and good night to him. He tells me about all the things they will do and how he is learning to read at school so that when the time comes he can read stories to his little brother.
But most importantly he is old enough to help which is something he loves to do.
A friend told me that allowing him to help with the baby is one of the surest ways to make him feel involved, needed and loved, just the same as before. Isn’t that the best piece of advice? At that moment I had a revelation. Of course he can help.
He can help dress him.
He can help burp him.
He can hold him (carefully and with guidance of course).
He can help tidy up and clean up.
He can look after him.
He can help bathe him.
He can sing to him and tell him stories.
What do you think about it?
How did your older (or even younger) child adapt to life with a new sibling? And what was the best piece of advice you received?
