Vulnerable dad breaks down in car over going from one to two kids — and parents are rallying around him

Transitioning from having one child to two or more is undeniably a rewarding experience, but the whole experience comes with its challenges. One moment, you are enjoying the special connection with your firstborn; the next, you find yourself constantly balancing their needs with a newborn's demands. Making all kids feel equally important is extremely crucial to building their self-esteem, fostering strong bonds, and creating a healthy family environment. Similarly, Eric Jensen (@kidds_dad), who recently welcomed his second child, talked about the brutal reality of juggling between a newborn and a heartbroken toddler. 

In the Instagram reel, Jensen shared the overwhelming guilt of not being able to give his son his undivided attention as before, highlighting the delicate balancing act most parents face in making both kids feel equally loved and secure. "I am not really sure how people go about handling the transition from one to two kids; I feel like it is really hard in so many different ways," he confessed while trying hard to control his tears. Jensen also shared about his firstborn, whose life was turned upside down after the birth of his baby brother. The father of two then revealed a heartbreaking conversation with his elder son when he asked him to go on a walk with him and the newborn baby. Jensen instantly teared up as he recalled his son insisting, "You're my best friend! Please just hang out with me."

Moreover, he shared another emotional incident when his eldest, sleeping in his bed alone for the first time, silently kept crying throughout the night. When Jensen finally asked what was wrong, the little boy confessed he just wanted someone to snuggle with. Without any second thoughts, the devoted father squeezed into his tiny, three-foot-long bed and slept there for two nights. "It's hard because obviously, I'm trying so hard to take care of him and make sure he's feeling accepted and okay. But every time we leave our little baby, I like die a little bit inside, like, that's just so hard for me to miss out on those little moments. It's a really hard transition for me. I know it's really hard for him. I know it's hard for my wife, too," he shared. Jensen additionally revealed that although his family is trying to adjust to the new dynamics, he would love to hear from people who have any tips for him. 

Reacting to his heartfelt video, @lidopimienta shared, "A tip: ship a box to your son with his favorite sweets/snacks and a ball/toy, from his baby sibling, include a letter that reads ‘Dear big brother thank you for sharing mommy and daddy with me, I can’t wait to grow up and be just like you and play with this ball/toy together-you are the best sibling in the world and I love you.’ It will make your baby number 1 feel super good and understand that baby is not going to stay a baby forever. Hope this helps." Similarly, @prisspotnavi revealed, "This isn't just a dad - this is a true father. A man sorting through his emotions/struggles, asking for advice, taking care of his family. I hope that guys learn from you, and women too. What you do isn't easy." @jimmy_on_relationships commented, "You are THE example of what a dad is supposed to be. We’re all here for you. You’re doing so good brother."

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