What comment by a new mother exhibits understanding of her toddler'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 our son to the park
tomorrow."
d. "When we brought the baby home, we made our son stop sleeping in the crib."
C
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A It is normal for a child to regress when a new sibling is introduced into the home.
B The toddler may have feelings of jealousy and resentment toward the new baby
taking the attention from him. Frequent reassurance of parental love and
affection are important.
C It is important for a mother to seek time alone with her toddler to reassure him
that he is loved.
D Changes in sleeping arrangements should be made several weeks before the birth
so that the child does not feel displaced by the new baby.
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