Sibling relationships can change drastically over time. Check out this reader’s struggle with her sibling, and Dr. Gramma Karen’s expert advice on the future.
Tag: Siblings
When the Older Sibling is Hurting the Baby
My child is hitting our 10 month old. I am trying to be understanding about this but he is 3 and big and I don’t want him to hurt the baby. What to do? Ahhhh, yes, sibling rivalry begins. It is tough to be the big sibling, with everyone fawning all over the baby, sigh. […]
6 Ways to Help Siblings Get Along
Carson pulled Abbey’s hair again… And now the baby is screaming because the toddler took her toy. Does this sound like a day in your life? Or maybe it’s just the antics that take place as you’re waiting in the school drop-off line.
How Do I Help My Older Child Adjust to a New Baby?
by Dr. Sarah Klagsbrun of ParentingWithDrK.com, Child Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor, and mother of three The birth of a new baby is always an adjustment for an older sibling. So how can you make the adjustment easier for the big sister/big brother? TIP #1: Being called the “big brother” or “big sister” may NOT be so […]