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Managing ​Sibling Rivalry

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While siblings are often excellent playmates and, in later years, best friends and confidants, arguments among siblings are bound to occur and are absolutely normal—even though they can be a parent’s biggest headache! It is important to recognize the individual personalities, interests, and needs of each of your children and know how to effectively diffuse conflicts that arise so that your family can be happy and healthy.

Enjoying Your Baby's First Year

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The first year with a new baby is a joyful, magical, and exhausting one. Newborns are a lot of work but they are also at a very special stage of life that passes all too quickly. It can be easy to get caught up in the daily care-taking of your child, so it is valuable to remind yourself of the ways to take care of yourself and your family.

Alternatives to Yelling at Your Child

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Sometimes, your child’s behaviors may cause you to feel embarrassment, frustration, and even anger, and as a result you may feel like yelling or spanking your child or calling him or her names. These responses are ineffective and may increase your child’s risk of becoming a bully.

Becoming a Sibling

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While a sibling is a very special gift that your child will treasure throughout her life, in addition to the excitement, she may at times feel ignored, jealous, or even angry. While preparing your home for the arrival of the new baby, it is important that you also prepare your older child.

Activities To Do with Your Baby

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Every minute your baby is awake he is learning something new from the world around him. He is growing and changing every day and there are many ways you can communicate, play, and help him learn. Not only is this good for your baby’s development but it can be a lot of fun for both of you!

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