The Sibling Love: How Rekindle the Sibling Bond Between Your Kids

05/19/2015 10:17


Most parents complain that they often exchange blows for petty matters. Sibling swedge can infuriate many parents that can lead to repercussions and what not. In this post we will explore how you as a parent can eliminate the forces of tension between your children to promote a healthy home environment.

First Things First

Before you reach to any decision, first, determine the root cause of any conflict. If your children engage in a once-in-a-while roughhousing, then that’s nothing to be worried about. However, if the frowns and the cursing never seem to cease, then you need to analyze your children’s behavior. It is very common for kids to have a punch-up once in a while. However, sometimes tiny conflicts can escalate to mighty wars that follow them to the dining table. So, identify the cause of all the conflicts. Is it something that occurred near the outdoor playground equipment? Did he get into trouble with his friends at school? Perhaps hi challenging his inner frustration into a fight with his brother?

Sit Down With Your Children

When was the last time you properly acknowledge your child’s issue? Most conflicts arise when parents fail to acknowledge the little things that siblings usually experience. The best way to understand what’s leading to sibling rivalry, sit down with your children and understand what’s leading to a certain divergence. Dinner time is one of the best times for you to sit down with your child. So, never miss the opportunity to sit down with your kids and discuss trivial matters that significantly impact your child’s life.

Analyze Your Own Behavior

Sometimes children feel like that the parents are favoring the other kids in the family. In this case, it is extremely critical that you analyze your own behavior before you start pointing fingers at the children. Listen to all the children and come to a wise decision regarding the variance. Sometimes it is important that you shed your parental mask and wear a friendly face that the children feel comfortable with. It is very important to note here that if your children do not feel comfortable with you, they will never share their true feelings. And, you cannot force kids to share things with you.

 

So What Can You Really Do?

Now, let’s get to the action plan. No matter how much you try to talk to kids or how much incentives you give them to behave well, kids can always develop a rivalry with each other. The best thing for you to do as a parent is to teach your kids how to develop patience and mutual understanding. Regardless of how tough your schedule is, you have to find the time to spend time with your children. Commercial playground equipment, playscapes and even church playground equipment are a great way to rekindle the bond between siblings. Every week, take your kids out for recreation and let them enjoy the nature and each others company.