Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
Parenting Perspective When a school asks for donations, it is common for children to compare what their own family gives…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
Parenting Perspective Raffle wins can create a wonderful sense of excitement, but they can also spark rivalry, especially when siblings…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
Parenting Perspective When one child’s sport requires costly kit every season, it can lead to feelings of inequality or resentment, especially if…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
The most effective approach is to focus on creating a meaningful, tailored one-on-one experience for the left-out sibling on the same day.…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
The most effective policy for souvenirs is to separate the family-provided budget (which is strictly equal) from personal savings (which can differ). This teaches…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
The key to managing single-child experience gifts (like a concert or a specialised camp) is to shift the focus from material equivalence to…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
The situation requires balancing your child’s feelings of overwhelm or disinterest with the financial commitment and the life lesson of follow-through. The…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
The best way to explain paying for tutoring for one sibling is to focus on the principle of equity, which means…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
Parenting Perspective When one child is enthusiastic about a club with high fees and the other siblings aren’t interested, you need a…
Sibling Comparisons, Fairness and Financial Jealousy
Parenting Perspective When one child wins a free trip and their sibling reacts by feeling robbed, it is essential to…