Parenting Children - September 16, 2012

Day 33 - Relationships with siblings and other children Part II

Parenting Children Ages 0-10

2. Don't try to arbitrate every fight

• give them space to work out their own disagreements
• remain impartial- don't always blame the older child or jump to conclusions
• intervene if they are hurting each other
• don't allow unkind words or bullying
• think ahead for regular issues that cause disputes: take turns when possible

Question:
What are the main causes of arguments between your children? Or between your only child and his/her friends?

From Series: "Parenting Children Ages 0-10"

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