147. Managing kids emotions when introducing a sibling with Psychologist Sahra O’Doherty Baby Brain Podcast

Introducing a new sibling into your family is a huge transition for everyone! And for those of us that have gone through it, we know the transition can be a bit tricky for the older kids. In this episode we’re chatting to psychologist Sahra O’Doherty about how to manage your older children’s emotions when introducing a new sibling. 

We talk about things to do before the baby arrives to help prepare them, what you can do after the baby arrives to make them feel included and continue the sense of routine, as well as how to identify if your child is struggling with this big change. 

We also discuss tips for regulating our own emotions during this transition, because let’s be honest, it’s tricky for the parents too! We also delve into what is mindfulness vs mindlessness and how to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine. 

Sahra has been a registered Psychologist for over 12 years, is co-owner of Mindscape Psychology and Allied Health, and is President of Australian Association of Psychologists inc. Sahra is a feminist psychologist and is passionate about issues such as the mental load, gender norms and expectations with kids.

To learn more about Sahra, head to www.mindscapepsychology.com.au/meet-the-team 

or www.aapi.org.au
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