It seems that my son thinks that everytime my daughter gets something, he should too. How can I make him understand that isn't the case everytime? Are there any websites I can reference for more information on how to deal with sibling jealousy, rivalry, or compettions at their young ages?
2006-10-03 17:03:20 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
tell that she has been wait that since the day after the last year birthday, or some thing like that,
2006-10-03 17:09:04 · answer #1 · answered by Henry W 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you looked into reading the book titled the five love languages ? This book suggests five ways people display and receive love. Most people have one or two/ If your sons is gift giving - then giving and RECEIVING gifts could be what makes him feel loved. If this is so - you can understand why he would be hurt when his sister receives something and he doesnt.
There is no "right answer" I find that as a parent of three children , i have explained to my children that they all get "turns" and I do my very best to keep the distribution of gifts, and one on one time equal between all three.
As for birthday parties i remind the children that the bday child gets the gifts and the other children get the loot bags ;)
2006-10-04 00:32:16 · answer #2 · answered by Kay M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First explain to him that different ages mean different rules.for example,you cant punish a 2 year old for lying,but a 7 year old knows better.Give him some kind of privilege especially for his age that differs from the 5 year old.But as for bdays and such,lay down the law that his sister doesnt get presents on his bday.
2006-10-04 00:11:44 · answer #3 · answered by luv2bawifenmom 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
explain on her birthday it is her day and if he wants presents on his birthday he had better not ruin her day. He needs to get over it. There will always be times when one child needs something and the other doesn't. If he gets jealous or throws a tantrum put him in his room and explain he is not going to enjoy his siter happiness. Some kids just like everything to be about them. i have a friends son like this. It does not get better by itself. Good luck
2006-10-04 00:42:47 · answer #4 · answered by Rachel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
trade him for a good horse or a rifle
2006-10-04 00:10:50 · answer #5 · answered by el.tuco 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just think why he should not get jelousy, and then you will get the answer.
2006-10-04 00:09:22 · answer #6 · answered by Mr Fact 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋