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S3E19 - Sibling Jealousy: A Middle-Child Perspective
In this episode, I answer a question from Kylee about sibling jealousy — specifically how her seven-year-old daughter reacts during her siblings' birthdays. I explain how birth order plays a significant role in this dynamic and why middle children often struggle with attention and identity. I walk through how jealousy fits into the bigger picture of being "the forgotten child" in a family of five, and why her daughter's reactions make sense developmentally.
I also share practical steps to reduce jealousy and strengthen connection, including building in weekly one-on-one time with each child…
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