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Older Siblings

Your other children may feel resentful towards the twins, who seem to take up much of your time, especially if they are sickly or extremely demanding. This change in routine from only to older child, may take some time getting used to, and the older child may show signs of feeling a little rejected at the thought of being somewhat 'left-out' of the special relationship the twins share. In some cases, with the arrival of a new baby, the older child may show signs of acting quite grown-up and will relish at the idea of being 'Big Boy', or he may go to the other extreme of becoming baby-like in an attempt to gain your full attention. This is quite a common change seen in most children, with the arrival of a new baby, and doesn't just happen in the case of twins. To make matters easier on yourself and your family, it is vital that you understand that he was the first on the scene and there was never any reason why he had to compete and share your love. So be sure to offer him the same amount of care and stimulation that he has become accustomed to, even if this means, enlisting the help of others to aid in the care of the twins in the early months.

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