sibling rivalry

Sibling rivalry can teach children valuable skills

Sibling rivalry can teach children valuable skills

Let’s get real for a second, sibling rivalry can be a pain to deal with Sometimes it can feel like you’re acting more as a referee between your children than a parent – you just need the whistle and a red card! The perpetual bickering, jealousy and competition can be exhausting to parents. It often […]

2 years ago

Parenting expert shares what causes sibling rivalry

Parenting expert shares what causes sibling rivalry

This is a good rule of thumb. Whether your kid has refused to eat their vegetables or is acting up in school, you’ll do just about anything to rectify their behaviour. Meanwhile, their sibling has just aced their exams and tidied their room. If using your well-behaved child as a shining example to correct your […]

3 years ago

My kids won’t stop arguing so I’m thinking of selling them both on Etsy

My kids won’t stop arguing so I’m thinking of selling them both on Etsy

They had it coming! I don’t know if it’s because they were locked up too long together during quarantine or if there’s a full moon due, but my two kids will not stop fighting. If they are in a room for longer than a few minutes together one of them will start arguing with the […]

5 years ago

Next time your kids have an argument, try this to help stop sibling squabbles

Next time your kids have an argument, try this to help stop sibling squabbles

Sibling rivalry is to be expected, let’s face it; however, all that squabbling isn’t fun for anyone – least of all parents. If the bickering is getting on your nerves, try introducing a get-along jar. We can’t promise it will restore perfect harmony in the household for good, but this cute craft might just get you a small […]

8 years ago