Still Mama’s Baby
As we’ve seen, sibling rivalry can be vicious. We compete for our parents’ and aunts’, uncles’, grandparents’, and friends’ attention to gain their attention. Even though parents are careful to provide enough attention to each child, someone will always feel left out.
New babies necessitate a significant shift for both parents and older children. Especially with older siblings, the transition is difficult. This toddler has had enough of sharing her attention with her new sibling. Taking a photograph with mom may be amusing, but the focus should be on her.