Hi could i have a PPP Just looking for ideas please everyone. To cut a long s…

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Hi could i have a PPP

Just looking for ideas please everyone.

To cut a long story short my partners little girl (8)is due to be a big sister early next year (unplanned on mums side). She has been very excited about this and is keen to help with him when he is born.

Friday night she had a full blown tantrum refusing to come to dads as mum had taken her to the fair just before he got there as a treat. 40 mins of screaming and crying and refusing to come. Mum was supportive and insisted that she came and tried to bribe etc. She also wanted some time to rest by herself.Anyway once in the car she undoes the seatbelt and hung out the window screaming etc. Eventually settles down and they arrive home a short while after.

Instead of being cross with her we asked her to explain what had happened and why she felt she had to behave like this. She is usually so easy going and generally such a good girl so we were suprised. she has had a bit of a breakdown, clinging to daddy that shes worried mummy loves baby more than her. She just looked so sad and vulnerable.
We had a good chat and tried to reassure her that they will be loved equally etc. Mum wasn’t aware of this so dad told her when he dropped her home and she is going to keep an eye.
I have seen a couple of books online about new babies but they all seem aimed at a younger age. I also thought perhaps a special “feelings journal” would help so she doesn’t have to be embarrassed saying her feelings out loud but can get them off her chest.

We would be grateful for any pointers in a way we can support her. Obviously its been a long time having mum to herself so we need to support her.
Thanks in advance anyone that offers ideas 😊
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