Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali Stop My Kids From Fighting!
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May 28, 2024 Dr. Shefali, a parenting expert, addresses sibling rivalry and aggressive behavior in children. Topics include understanding emotional age, demonstrating empathy physically, and handling sibling dynamics. Strategies for setting boundaries and involving older children in caring for younger siblings are discussed. The importance of parents modeling emotional regulation and conflict resolution is emphasized.
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Aggressive Toddler
- Nathaniel and Alexandra's 3-year-old showed aggressive behavior towards their newborn.
- This included biting, kicking, and screaming, endangering the baby.
Toddler Perspective
- Talking to a baby in the belly is an abstract concept for toddlers.
- They don't grasp the reality of a new sibling and may see it as pretend play.
Compassionate Approach
- View negative behaviors as cries for help and show compassion.
- Make the older child feel like a protector, not a rival.