Paul and Mary Have a Toddler, Peter, and Are Expecting

question 39

Multiple Choice

Paul and Mary have a toddler, Peter, and are expecting a new baby. What is the best advice for assisting Paul and Mary in helping Peter to adjust?

• A) Make sure he knows he is their favorite.
• B) Let him have special privileges such as staying up late and eating whatever he wants.
• C) Encourage him to help take care of the new baby after it's born.
• D) Send him to stay with his grandparents for a few weeks while they get settled with the new baby.

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