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Siblings: Best Friends, Worst Enemies
About sibling rivalryA sibling is a special gift, but one that is often unappreciated during the childhood years. While ...
Source: OneToughJob
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Playing Favorites: Why It's Okay to Treat Your Kids Differently
"No fair! His piece is bigger than mine!" "Who do you love more?" If accusations like these are driving you up the ...
Source: Education.com
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Sibling Conflicts: Tips for Prevention and Intervention
"Dad, he's in my room and he's using my stuff again!""Mom, it's her turn to set the table and she wants ...
Source: NYU Child Study Center
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Sibling Rivalry
Siblings can be a wonderful addition to any child's life. When a good relationship is created between siblings, the ...
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Becoming the Big Brother or Sister
An older sibling, once the "king of the hill," can have a difficult time coming to grips with the fact that ...
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Birth Order - A Special Place in the Family
Many people have called Heartland Family Service for information on Birth Order. There are four basic positions in the ...
Source: Heartland Family Service
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Special Needs Siblings Have Special Needs, Too!
“Help! I will have a house full of relatives this Christmas. I know exactly what will happen and I don’t ...
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Influences on Sibling Relationships
The family constellation, or structure of the family, the relationships within the family, and the characteristics of ...
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Birth Order
One of our most popular topics has been Birth Order, and its fascinating and predictable results on our ...
Source: Heartland Family Service
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Preparing for and Adjusting to a New Sibling
Q: I am pregnant with my second child and due this summer. My two and a half year old daughter is very excited about ...
Source: Hand in Hand
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Nurturing the Sibling Relationship for Long Term Impact
Few events in life bring with them more questions than becoming a parent. How to provide the best environment and ...
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Temperament and Child Development
Theorists and researchers who emphasize the role of nature in development believe that every child is born with a set ...
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Impact of Disabilities on Siblings
Even in the most functional and healthy family, there are emotional overlays for siblings. However, siblings of ...
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Parenting Solutions: Oldest Child
The Question "My son is the oldest of our three kids, and he's always complaining: Why does everyone always depend ...
Source: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
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Helping Toddlers Cope with a New Baby
While parents are tending to the needs of a newborn, older sisters and brothers may feel abandoned. When friends arrive ...
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Sibling Rivalry: Prepare for a New Baby
Don't wait for sibling rivalry to rule your home. Nip it in the bud before your new baby is born with this sage advice.
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How to Help Your Child Become a Big Brother or Sister
Becoming a Sibling Imagine if your husband or wife brought another spouse home and said “Honey, I love you so much,...
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Welcoming a New Baby: Tips to Prepare Yourself and Your Child
A new addition to your home Bringing home a new baby is an exciting event for the entire family. However, it requires a...
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Special Needs of Siblings
Siblings need a variety of things to ensure a positive experience with a brother or sister who has a disability. The...
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How Can I Help My Son Feel Better About Being a Big Brother?
We just told our 5-year-old son he's about to become a big brother — and he's really not happy about it. He's used to...
Source: The Nemours Foundation
