Sibling rivalry – with Rob Parsons, Madeline Stanimeros and Katharine Hill

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Sibling rivalry – with Rob Parsons, Madeline Stanimeros and Katharine Hill

Episode 11

Having more than one child brings with it the possibility of sibling rivalry. Many brothers and sisters fight from time to time for all sorts of reasons… feeling the need to compete for their parents’ attention, possessions, own space and so it goes on and on! No matter what the fight is about, it can be unpleasant and frustrating to hear and see your children fight. Listen to Rob Parsons, Katharine Hill and Madeline Stanimeros discuss strategies to help reduce and manage sibling rivalry.

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