How to Raise Loving Siblings with Dr. Jonathan Caspi

Are sibling fights the bane of your existence? (asking for a friend) Welcoming a new baby into the family? (deffffinitley asking for a friend🤣)Today we're joined by world-renowned sibling expert, Dr. Jonathan Caspi to explore the ins and outs of sibling dynamics, why siblings are the most important people in each other's lives and so much more. I first heard Dr. Jon on the Mindful Mama podcast with Hunter Clarke-Fields and I'm thrilled to be sharing his research baked work with you here!

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Keywords
siblings, parenting, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, family dynamics, sibling rivalry, parenting strategies, child development, family communication, sibling relationships, relationships, siblings, happiness, parenting, family dynamics, emotional regulation, sibling rivalry, self-care, child development, sibling closeness

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Sibling Dynamics
01:03 Understanding Why Siblings Fight
04:56 The Victim vs. Perpetrator Dilemma
08:20 Emotional Regulation in Parenting
12:24 Creating a Parenting Plan
17:26 Facilitating Conflict Resolution
18:52 Constructive vs. Destructive Conflict
22:10 The Role of Basic Needs in Conflict
24:55 Navigating Different Personalities in Siblings
29:15 The Importance of Relationships
30:46 Sibling Dynamics and Happiness
31:40 Age Gaps and Sibling Relationships
34:48 The Benefits of Sibling Closeness
36:55 Addressing the Dark Side of Sibling Rivalry
39:34 Positive Parenting Strategies for Siblings
44:06 Preparing for New Sibling Dynamics
47:33 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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