The arrival of a baby is usually a reason for joy for parents, but it is not always easy for older siblings to get used to it.
For parents, the reactions of their older children can be frustrating. Between the exhaustion and the hustle and bustle, they forget that it is normal for the other child to feel jealous and look for ways to claim attention. And while most children eventually get used to the idea of having a brother or sister, there are several things parents can do to make the transition less traumatic.
The psychologist Enrique Gelpi gives some ideas: