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Encourage independent behaviour

Some children enjoy knowing they are more capable of caring for themselves and seek ways of becoming more independent as a response to the baby. Teach the older child independent behaviour (at play, dressing, or toileting), as appropriate for your child's age.

 

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Medically Reviewed by Dr Rob Hicks on September 21, 2012

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