What is the definitive guide to handling sibling rivalry according to Meredith Masony?

Hi there!

The available content does not show a single “definitive guide” I’ve written just for sibling rivalry, but I can share how I’d handle it based on my overall parenting philosophy: you’re a mom, not a martyr, and your job is to raise kind, self-sufficient humans, not perfect, conflict-free ones.

Here’s how I’d approach sibling rivalry:

• Don’t jump in to fix every fight; coach them to problem-solve
• Set clear house rules: no hitting, no name-calling, no “mine” tantrums
• Remind them everything in the house is on loan, not “theirs” forever
• Give each child one-on-one time so they feel seen outside the chaos
• Model apologies, boundaries, and respect in your own relationships

Is there a specific sibling situation you’re dealing with right now?