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Ep. 66 Is It Just Us Or... Is Parenting Siblings Harder in The Summer?
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Sibling fights, rivalry, jealousy, comparisons and endless cries of “that’s not fair!”- parenting siblings can feel like a full-time refereeing job, especially over the summer holidays. This week, we’re talking about why siblings fight, when parents should step in (and when we shouldn’t), and how we can help our children build healthier sibling relationships without constantly trying to keep the peace!
We have two sibling webinars in The F.I.R.M. Parent Hub Core Tier - you can access them here
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This episode is proudly sponsored by The FIRM Parent Hub. The F.I.R.M Parent Hub is a therapist-led 24/7 parenting supportive space designed to help you raise confident, emotionally healthy children with boundaries that feel calm, clear, and connected. Inside, you’ll find practical tools, expert support, weekly parenting guidance, live trainings, and a community of parents who truly get it. Grounded in our F.I.R.M. Approach®-Fair, Intentional, Regulated and Modelled- the Hub helps parents move beyond surviving parenting and start feeling more confident, steady, and supported right away. For as little as €5 per week, trusted support is accessible and here for you! Join us here
Hayley and Debbie are both Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists specialising in Play Therapy. They are also both mothers and former primary school teachers. You can follow Debbie on instagram here and Hayley here
Hayley and Debbie offer therapy, parent support, courses and webinars and school support. Contact them on their websites below.
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