What I do with my children, especially if it is not an earth-shattering situation, is to try to find the humor in it and make light of the situation. This will usually turn the energy around, and they will be much more likely to follow your guidance and to do what you want them to do. Trust the instincts that are innate in your children. The beautiful, little being will not get dropped or infected. The love that your children want to give the baby will more than compensate for your fear of the baby being mishandled.
Love is very healing and probably has a lot of antibacterial effects.
Let go and enjoy the exchange. Laurie Abbo lives in Abilene and is the author of The Ten Commandments of Holistic Parenting. E.W. Scripps Publications , All Rights Reserved. Site users are subject to our User Agreement . We also have a Privacy Policy .