My DS is now 8 weeks old and DD is quite naturally being a bit more 'challenging' since his birth. Despite my best intentions pre DS's birth ie: I will look after DD first as she will be aware of it. I won't be precious about the baby etc I find myself pushing her away when she is trying to cuddle him as I am feeding him (he is hard to feed at times and needs a bit of peace and space). I am also sushing her when I have got him to sleep and of course don't have so much time or patience for her due to sleep deprivation .
She is a lovely little girl, bright and funny, she knows she is being short changed. I am finding time to spend just with her each day (reading books at bedtime or having a cuddle when DS is sleeping). Any advice on coping better, or when things will improve much appreciated.
DH has taken them both out in the rain today to give me a break , but I am sat here feeling so sad for my girl .
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onehitwonder · 01/08/2009 13:44
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