Asked by Patsy Gilmore on Jun 24, 2024

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Daniel's mother is going to have a second child.To minimize sibling rivalry,she would be well advised to

A) play down the approaching birth.
B) wait to move Daniel out of the nursery until after the new baby's birth.
C) encourage Daniel to help with the new baby.
D) avoid discussing ideas for the new baby's name with Daniel.

Sibling Rivalry

A kind of rivalry or antagonism between siblings, whether they share a biological connection or not, usually aimed at gaining a parent's affection, attention, or acknowledgment.

  • Understand the concepts of sibling relationships and their dynamics in early childhood.
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Parth ChauhanJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Encouraging Daniel to help with the new baby can create a sense of responsibility and involvement, reducing any feelings of jealousy or resentment towards the new sibling. It also helps to establish a positive relationship between the siblings from the start.