Does your kid like your spouse more than you? Knowing what to do if your child likes your spouse better can help improve your relationship as parent and child.
"The issue comes up in a lot of families I see," psychologist and educator, Dr. Erica Reischer, told Parenting.com. "This is very normal and very common," Dr. Reischer adds. Here are some useful tips for parents whose child likes their spouse better.
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1. Do Not Lose Hope
It is heartbreaking to know that your child likes you less than your spouse. However, reacting in a negative way will only draw your child further away from you. Do not be disheartened if your child likes your spouse better and just continue trying to develop your relationship with your child. "Eventually, the pendulum will swing back, and you'll go from dissed to desired once again," Parents.com explains.
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2. Learn To Empathize
One of the best ways to deal with your child who likes your spouse better is to acknowledge his feelings and try to understand them. "You may not like what your child is saying, but you should validate it anyway," Parenting.com suggests. Do not scold your child for liking your spouse better.
3. Balance Work And Discipline With Your Spouse
A child will like mommy better if she is associated with fun and games while daddy is associated with giving corrections and disciplinary actions. Make sure that both mommy and daddy are equal sources of fun and discipline.
How did you deal with your child who likes your spouse better? Share your experiences in the comments section below.
