when is the time ?

Question

When is the right time to put the baby into the same room with his 3 and ahalf years sister iam afraid what she can do in the night to the 6 months old baby when we all sleep

Answer 1

If the older child sleeps through the night frequently, then I would say go for it. Also you CAN still keep a baby monitor in there and in your bedroom so you know if the older child woke up and then you can go check...You also have to judge whether she is jealous or outright hostile towards the infant...if she oesn't like the baby then I would say NO.

Answer 2

My daughter is almost 4 and our baby 1. We made the transition of baby into 4 year old room in November. I actually slept in the room with them for a week. Whenever the baby would wake up the 4 year old I would explain (quickly) "just go back to sleep. Ignore her". We have made the baby's crib totally off limits with consequence to the 4 year old. Even touching it is not OK. It took a little practice, but they are doing great. Another thought is this. We decided that if within a week I still wasn't comfortable leaving baby in there, then we would get a baby monitor. You can get on cheap at a Goodwill since you probably won't need it very long. We also played up the big sister role.

We have had a couple stumbling blocks. One night, VERY late, I thought I heard something. When I went to their room I had to laugh, my 4 year old had the lights on and was up playing. She was even sweet enough to give the baby a couple toys. It was hard being stern, but I did. It still makes me smile.

Answer 3

It sounds like you have real concerns about your other child. Are there behavioral problems? If so, keeping the baby in the same room with you might be helpful in the transition. Many children feel put out or unimportant when a new baby arrives. This can cause behavioral problems. If you have any concerns, speak with your child and let them know how much you love and care for them. Allow them to assist in the new baby's care (always being sure not to allow the other child to harm the baby if there are behavior issues). Also, consider taking your child to a counselor or therapist the issues linger.

Answer 4

Children are often fasinated with their younger siblings, especially at this age. If you have baby monitors it would be a good idea to put those in, there are also baby monitor screens. You could explain to her that the baby needs its sleep so she is not to bother him/her. I think at 6months she's more accustomed and is less likely to bother him/her. You could also wait till she is asleep before putting the baby in its crib at night.

Answer 5

well dont do it sipmle as that. if you cant trust her then gain her trust. let her play with the baby infront of you and then pretend to to watcha nd see wat happens. i wouldnt put the baby in a room with her. i wouldleave the baby where it is. it may get too attatched to her when it sleeps and need her there everytime the baby needs to sleep.

Answer 6

if you're afraid of what the 3 year old will do, don't leave the baby alone with her until the baby can protect theirself.