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[quote=Anonymous]Does she think it's funny, or does she genuinely not want him there?

My DS definitely does things like this (just turned 3), and I think it's very common.  I'd try different approaches and see what works -- maybe he can make a joke out of it and chase her around to see if he can tickle her or something.  Or you can be very firm about it and say that you are all part of bedtime and let DH in, no matter what kind of antics she pulls.

I think it's a little difficult for kids this age to manage relationships among 3 people.  2 people is easier, and they are more guaranteed to have your full attention.  My DS often reacts like this if he feels like DH and I are talking with each other and he wants our full attention.  It might make sense to try to move toward only having 2 people there (like you and her, or DH and her).  Maybe you could alternate each day, or make a particular part of the routine Daddy's time and another part Mommy's time (probably better than alternating days, as that can be confusing for kids, too).

I would say that DH shouldn't take it personally but also shouldn't give in too easily.  And you should stand up for DH and say, "That's not nice.  I want Daddy to come in here.  I'm going to let him in."[/quote]

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