For older siblings, the arrival of a baby brother or sister means they will have to learn to share their toys, other belongings and their parents. |
 | Parents should know what to look for to spot toddler sibling rivalry, because helping the older sibling deal with these feelings now helps create the foundation for a good lifelong relationship with the sibling. By Alice Langholt |
Parents can build strong sibling relationships among their children, starting at a very young age, that will make a happy, healthy family. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
It's a common scene at playgrounds and playrooms across the country: Two kids, one toy. Wailing, screaming, stamping feet and grabbing. Sometimes it can seem like kids and sharing will never mix. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
 | Parents can keep sibling rivalries to a minimum and help their children get along by knowing the causes of sibling rivalry and taking steps to reduce it. By Diane Fitzpatrick |
For many children, the experience of having a sibling with special needs is a positive one, according to the National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities. |
 | Introducing your firstborn to a new sibling can be tricky business. It is common for children to feel displaced by this new arrival, and so it is up to you to make sure the transition from only child to older sibling goes smoothly. By Jenney Cheever |
Middle child syndrome is an all too common element of relationships in families. Learn what causes it and what you can do to prevent it. By Cheryl Bowman |
