Our first child was 4 when we had twins. Keeping sibling jealousy at bay became a constant priority.

Our first child was 4 when we had twins. Keeping sibling jealousy at bay became a constant priority.

TKSanyaSM/Getty ImagesOur son was a pampered, only child for four years — and then we had twins.Keeping jealousy at bay was important to our family, so we used four strategies to keep the peace. Involving our eldest in caring for the twins has helped strengthen family bonds.We have a house full of boys — three of them, to be exact. Before the twins came along, our eldest had enjoyed four years of undivided attention being a pampered, only child.…

Our first child was 4 when we had twins. Keeping sibling jealousy at bay became a constant priority

TK SanyaSM/Getty Images Our son was a pampered, only child for four years — and then we had twins. Keeping jealousy at bay was important to our family, so we used four strategies to keep the peace. Involving our eldest in caring for the twins has helped strengthen family bonds. We have a house…

Changing Sibling Dynamics As We Age

A woman is disappointed that the brother has drifted away. Advice columnist Eric Thomas gives his thoughts on changing sibling dynamics.