The arrival of a new baby can be difficult for an older sibling, as they must adjust to sharing parental attention and no longer being the center of focus. Parents can help ease this transition by continuing to spend one-on-one time with the firstborn, praising their help with the baby, and explaining that their role in the family is still important. Feelings of abandonment by a mother can negatively impact a child's development, trust, and ability to form secure attachments; however, with a supportive environment and understanding caregivers, children can often overcome such early life challenges.