The Not So Subtle Difference

"Second born children tend to “bounce off” the firstborn – or the child immediately ahead of them – often developing opposite traits of the firstborn." - National Physicians Center

My Nolan with his "pup pup."

What I've noticed...

If you've been reading my blog, you know my oldest, Roman, has a speech delay. We've had him tested for autism, and the Developmental Specialist is fairly certain it's a delay.

Nolan on the other hand, is developing on time or ahead. He's already saying at least five words, waiving hi and goodbye, mimicking us, mimicking sounds and songs and also mimicking movements to the songs.

These are all things that Roman really didn't do until almost two-years-old. Crazy, right? That's why we worried so much about him and his development.

Roman and Nolan playing in their ball pit.

My suspicion.

Now knowing what I do about the importance of socialization for kids early on in their life, I suspect the delays we saw with Roman had more to do with no interaction with the outside world because of the pandemic.

The more we've taken him out to the store, park, or museum, the more social and interactive he's becoming not just with us, but with other people as well.

As for Nolan, I'm so grateful he's benefitting not only from the mistakes we've made with his older brother, but also from his big brother himself.

Nolan and Roman playing.

The interactions between the two of them are priceless. I couldn't be more grateful for the relationship the two of them have, and I pray they continue to love, respect and cherish each other as they do now.

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