Understanding Sibling Rivalry--The Brazelton Way by T. Berry Brazelton

Author:T. Berry Brazelton [T. BERRY BRAZELTON AND JOSHUA D. SPARROW]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Hachette Books
Published: 2012-01-09T00:00:00+00:00

Helping the Middle Child Feel Valued

•Remind a middle child of his talents. Praise him for his resilience, in adjusting to the baby, and finding his own role.

•Let the middle child groan and complain—even blow up about how hard he works to be a contributing member of the family. As he feels heard, he will learn a lot about himself.

•Face whatever bias you may have about a middle child. Maybe it reminds you of your own past, or that of a family member. But remember, you’ve given him a family to care about, to compete with, and to fall back on.

•Don’t feel sorry for him. Pity will only push a child to focus on the negative aspects of his situation. Every position in the family has its rewards and burdens. The give and take demanded of each child is the cement that makes the family strong.

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