Wellbeing

School TV - Sibling Relationships

For many children, siblings are their first friends and sometimes their first rivals. These early relationships can be full of laughter, support, and shared experiences, but they can also come with challenges. Clashes in personality, age gaps, and competition for attention are common and completely normal, especially during times of change or stress.

The home environment plays an important role in shaping how siblings interact. Small everyday moments, like how emotions are handled or how children are encouraged to share, can influence how relationships grow over time. By gently supporting each child’s individuality and encouraging fairness, parents and carers can help foster mutual respect and reduce unnecessary rivalry. It's not about getting everything perfect, but about creating space where each child feels valued and heard.

Encouraging emotional expression, teaching calm ways to handle conflict, and avoiding comparisons can help your children form strong, healthy relationships that last well beyond childhood. In this edition of SchoolTV, we share tools and insights to help your family support positive sibling connections that grow stronger with time.

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