Tomorrow night will be the first time I meet my boyfriend's (of 2 months) son. He is 5, and he also has Down's Syndrome. He's visiting his father for a few months, then going back to his mother (they share custody). I'm not sure how to act, or what to do, because I've never dated someone with a child before.
2007-08-26 14:08:51 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
First off... when you talk to him, it's best to get down on his level (by getting down on a knee) and don't baby talk him. If he doesn't react or give you any feedback, sometimes Downs children are very withdrawn and live in their own little World, so don't be offended or be surprised by this mannerism.
Sometimes Downs children are brilliant, but withdrawn. So don't prejudge anything.
It's best to go in there with an open mind. React to whatever happens, and just enjoy the experience. Don't force it, flow with it.
You'll do fine, no worries...
Have fun!
2007-08-26 14:23:44 · answer #1 · answered by BaldTom 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well im single with 2 kids and the best advice I can give you is just be nice to the child. Play with him, ecknowledge him, talk to him. Treat him like a person, not like a little kid, dont talk like he has something wrong with him. If you feel uncomfortable, let your man know, but definitely be interested in the child. I have worked with kids with DS, they are very sweet. Bring a coloring book and crayons if you want to get to know him, kids love that. I have a 7 and 5 yr old. Goodluck!
2007-08-26 14:19:36 · answer #2 · answered by Jersey Sweetheart 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just be friendly and play with him. When I was little I loved when people would put their hand out for a hand shake when meeting me. It made me feel like a grown up. Try doing that.
2007-08-26 14:15:20 · answer #3 · answered by huhyftcgbjhu 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Be yourself, don't be nervous about it, just be polite and patient with the child, seeing that he has downs.
It should all work out, don't try too hard to say or do the right thing, this may come off as phony, BE YOURSELF.
2007-08-26 14:14:17 · answer #4 · answered by LocalCelebMrsParks 2 · 6⤊ 0⤋
get him a little toy or gift to make him happy!!!! then just act really nice and friendly and sorta play with him alot. he'll love it. treat him like hes ur own child good luck : )
2007-08-26 14:15:23 · answer #5 · answered by martha s 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Be really nice to the child. Try to play with the kid.
2007-08-26 14:14:01 · answer #6 · answered by Hooligan 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
do you plan on putting on a show or something i would say be yourself or tell him your not ready to meet the kid because you shouldn't need advice on meeting a child the kid pro bally wont like you any way if you go their acting an not being your self make a decision about if you want to meet the child.
2007-08-26 14:15:01 · answer #7 · answered by C.S. 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
How do you treat other peoples children?
Your Sisters or brothers or best friend?
You treat this one the same way....
2007-08-26 14:15:50 · answer #8 · answered by Sophie B 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Treat him like a human being and don't talk down to him. Definitely don't treat him like a baby. He will love you!
2007-08-26 14:15:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Act like hes your bro (when you like them) and play with him because he may be your kinda bro soon!
2007-08-26 14:16:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋