Few things are more triggering than seeing your kids fight nonstop with each other. And when there's aggression involved, our brains go into emergency mode and want to make it stop right NOW.
And rightfully so. Our main job is to keep our kids safe and aggression towards others is a threat to safety.
There's so much to say about sibling conflict but in today's episode, I want to talk specifically about the dynamic where an older sibling (I'm imagining toddler or preschool age) becomes aggressive towards their younger sibling (an infant, young toddler).
How do we respond? What's the best way to intervene in these situations? Let's discuss.
➡Register for my upcoming live intensive workshop on June 2 at 12 PM PST on How to Reduce Sibling (and Peer) Rivalry & Foster Connection You will learn how to navigate: ✔Sibling rivalry & jealousy ✔Sibling & peer aggression and arguments ✔Toy battles and sharing ✔How to promote positive sibling and peer relationships You’ll also get to participate in a Q&A and receive handouts to help guide and remind you of what to do during moments of conflict. And for everyone who registers for the class, you’ll have UNLIMITED access to the class recording! Go the http://www.themompsychologist.com/siblingclass