Hi, I've a six week old DD & a three year old ds. DS is in full time childcare & I'm on maternity leave with DD. DH working full time. In the past two weeks, DS's behavior has deteriorated. I use gentle discipline techniques (basically acknowledging & validating his feelings) & it's worked so well. His behavior has been really, really good. He's a lovely kid, affectionate, kind, polite, fun & just generally lovely to be around. Great eater & sleeper & very few tantrums.
During the last two weeks his behavior has deteriorated & he's started tantrums over a sorts. I understand that his world has changed now his sister is here and am trying to be as patient as possible but wanting him to understand that bad behavior has consequences.
In the grand scheme of things, he's not too bad but he's not himself.
Can anyone share any tips or pointers on how to deal with this? I'm breastfeeding so nit possible to leave the baby for prolonged periods.
My heart aches for him. He is also maintaining his usual food behavior in creche, so they tell me although did have a wee accident there yesterday which was very unusual, but indicates he's distressed?
Any advice welcome. Thanks in advance.