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Do you sometimes feel more like a referee than a parent? Here are some tips for constructively dealing with sibling rivalry in your family

• Make them see the positive picture

While your older kid may feel left out by the affection given to his younger sibling, and while the younger sibling may feel bossed around by their older brothers or sisters, you can instill in them a positive outlook that makes them see the brighter side of things. For instance by telling your younger child the many positives of being the youngest, including extra care and special treatment, and by teaching the elder child the positive of having leadership qualities, you actually make them feel happy and content with being the way they are.

• Acknowledge cooperative actions.

Don’t forget to do one of the easiest secrets to nurturing sibling harmony: catch your kids supporting each other. Granted those times may be few and far between, but when your children do help, share, and work together, tell them how much you appreciate it. They’re more likely to repeat those cooperative actions because they know you appreciate them doing so.

To know more see Ways to manage Sibling Rivalry

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