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[quote=Anonymous]I also think limiting outside activities for separate kids is a must unless you have an extra person on hand to help shuttle them to and from activities. Planning things as a family seems to be ideal for the younger kids, like a play group where all 3 can be involved and there are extra adults to help you with the kids. Teaching your kids young that there are just things other kids might get to do that might not work for your family. It helps if you can find families with similar interests that can take turns going to and from activities or having a grandparent or part time sitter but that’s not always possible so learning to accept no from an early age will serve them better down the road. When there’s only one child you can be involved in more structured outside activities but it’s not always possible for 3 or more especially depending on age differences. You can always supplement with more family activities that require less of a set schedule like play dates, going to visit the animal shelter, library visits, museums, etc. You still want to teach those social interaction skills to your kids but it has to be done in way that puts the family structures first. They also need to learn that they won’t get everything new like some kids and sharing will be extra important. These are great things for kids to learn though and the majority of kids I’ve encountered from large families have been lovely, well mannered, patient and kind. [/quote]

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