What is it like being a firstborn? It may mean you are the original experiment, the one who breaks in the parents and sets ...

It's no secret that kids will argue, compete and vie for their parents attention. But, that sibling rivalry can affect the family dynamics and children's well-being. Shawn Whiteman, PhD., Professor of ...

If you’re a parent to multiple children, you know how stressful the transition from one to two can be—both on the parent(s) and firstborn. Your kiddo might seem excited about being an older sibling, ...

The state of the world has been on the mind of so many of the families I work with. Too many wars, too much aggression, too much not caring about each other and the planet. It’s created an underlying ...

Discover five easy and effective ways to strengthen sibling bond as a parent. Help your children build lasting connections ...

Sarah is a thought leader in Digital Journal’s Insight Forum (become a member). When a parent dies, sibling relationships can become strained, often resurfacing old childhood wounds and resentments.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

The great thing about working on Life Kit is that the editors and producers get to pick up all sorts of nifty life hacks that improve our daily lives, save money and enhance our relationships. Here ...

Careful estate planning before death can address many of the issues that might otherwise arise after a parent dies. Parents usually know whether their children are likely to fight over their ...