Which comment made by a new mother exhibits understanding of her toddler Michael's response to a new sibling?
a. "I can't believe he is sucking his thumb again."
b. "He is being difficult and I don't have time to deal with him."
c. "My husband is going to stay with the baby so I can take Michael to the park to-morrow."
d. "When we brought the baby home, we made Michael stop sleeping in the crib."
C
It is important for a mother to seek time alone with her toddler to reassure him that he is loved.
It is normal for a child to regress when a new sibling is introduced into the home.
The toddler may have feelings of jealousy and resentment towards the new baby taking at-tention away from him. Frequent reassurance of parental love and affection are important.
Changes in sleeping arrangements should be made several weeks before the birth so the child does not feel displaced by the new baby.
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