A Mother's Question

Is the fact that a 3 1/2 year old seems to need more attention and consumes more of my energy, and patience, than his 5 1/2 month old sister:

a) because he is a boy.

b) because he is the first child.

c) is age appropriate.

d) is directly related to each of their temperaments.

e) means Henry's behaviors are just that "challenging".

f) means Honor is really just that "good" of a baby.

g) a fluke ... it's bound to change (again and again and again)

h) all of the above