i wrote a Q early about my 5 month old hating his brother, alot of you put talk to my eldest son but i carnt explain he has downsyndrome, and my other boy has a brain deffect. so its not a simple to work out as people may think,any1 any suggestions now would be gratefull
2007-01-11 10:27:40 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Maybe you can see a counselor that specializes in children with disabilities.
2007-01-11 10:52:21 · answer #1 · answered by Kristin Pregnant with #4 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think the 5 month old hates his brother; at that age, he is incapable of knowing what love, hate, anger etc are. But he may be reacting to something in the older son that bothers him, that he can't understand. Maybe a movement, or something to that affect. With a brain defect, or downs syndrome, it is important that you discuss this with the doctor who is treating them. He will possibly have you talk to a developmental counselor, who can help you with each developmental step to know what is OK and what is a real problem. Good luck, as this can't be easy for you. Get all of the help you can...so that you don't become sick yourself. My prayers are with you.
2007-01-11 10:39:58 · answer #2 · answered by dutchlady 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is rather odd that a 5 month old would have feelings of hate. I wouldn't worry about it. The more time they spend together they will love one another. Just help teach the older one how to love even when he feels hated. The baby may not feel security from the brother and thus showing emotions of fear not hate.
2007-01-11 10:43:03 · answer #3 · answered by Justice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Infants are not capable of hate. Please explain what you mean??
2007-01-11 10:46:37 · answer #4 · answered by margarita 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋