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Will they ever get along again

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My husband and oldes are butting heads on a daily basis, oldest thinks Dad likes 3 year old better and sometimes I even think he favor the little one but if I say something I start a argument with hubby and then no ones happy, 9 yr old has gotten mouthy and VERY emotional latley and since I myself am stressed to no end does anyone have a suggestion of how to maintain sanity and get them all to get along
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Are they different sexes? You could say "you are my most favorite daughter in the whole world" and "you are my favorite son in the whole world" thats gets a giggle.
The head butting will cease the moment your husband responds differently to this child. He is the adult and in control.
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Without making a big deal about it, can you suggest to hubby some one on one time with the oldest? Or even set something up like getting them movie tickets and taking the youngest somewhere with you? I agree with the previous post that your husband, as the adult, has the power to defuse this situation. Otherwise, oldest may be headed for some SERIOUS emotional problems as a teen if this relationship with dad is not restored. I'm guessing family counseling is out of the question, but it sure wouldn't hurt.
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