So what does it mean to be an eldest daughter?

Firstborns Lisette Schuitemaker and Wies Enthoven set out to discover the big five qualities that characterize all eldest daughters to some degree. Eldest daughters are responsible, dutiful, thoughtful, expeditious and caring. Firstborns are more intelligent than their siblings, more proficient verbally and more motivated to perform. Yet at the same time they seriously doubt that they are good enough. Being an eldest daughter can have certain advantages, but the overbearing sense of responsibility often gets in the way. Parents may worry about their 'difficult' eldest girl who wants to be perfect in everything she does whilst her siblings may not always understand her. The Eldest Daughter Effect shows how firstborn girls become who they are and offers insights that can give them more freedom to move. And parents will gain a better understanding of their firstborn children and can support them more fully on their way.

The acclaimed New York Times journalist Susan Dominus offers compelling profiles of six such families in search of the factors that led to their success--was it an inherited quality, a specific way of parenting, the influence of a sibling, or a twist of luck? Inspired by the iconic Brontë sisters, whose remarkable literary success prompted endless speculation, Dominus, the mother of twin teenagers, sought out contemporary high-achieving families who shared intimate stories of their upbringing. She introduces us to the Chens, young parents who fled their country's one-child policy to open a Chinese restaurant in Appalachia--then sent four children to elite colleges and on to careers that give back in technology and medicine; the Groffs, whose claim to fame is not just an award-winning novelist but an Olympic athlete and a notable entrepreneur; the Wojcickis, whose daughters made inroads as STEM pioneers in Silicon Valley; and the Murguias, who rose from exceptionally humble origins to become powerful jurists and civil rights champions. Woven into these and other stories is an account of centuries of scientific research into the ongoing question of nature versus nurture.

Elegantly written and extensively researched, The Family Dynamic is more than a checklist of how-to's. It's a deep and moving exploration of the complexity of family life and the rewards--and burdens--of ambition.

Be nice to your sister! Stop picking on your brother! That's a time-out for both of you. When nothing works to stop the incessant battles, where can exhausted parents turn? Sibling expert and family therapist Jonathan Caspi knows that understanding why kids fight is the first essential step to restoring peace. Featuring clear principles, dos and don'ts, and loads of stories, this book shines a spotlight on family dynamics. Dr. Caspi guides you to make an effective plan for managing conflicts, so you can keep a cool head in the heat of the moment. Learn why it's never helpful to compare kids to each other, how to quell sibling struggles without taking sides, when to intervene (and when to step back), and what to do when parents aren't on the same page. Improving sibling relationships can have lifelong benefits for your family. This compassionate book shows how.

In this highly anticipated guide, Dr. Markham presents simple yet powerful ways to cut through the squabbling and foster a loving, supportive bond between siblings, while giving each child the vital connection that he or she needs.

PEACEFUL PARENT, HAPPY SIBLINGS includes hands-on, research-based advice on:

- Creating deep connections with each one of your children, so that each truly believes that you couldn't possibly love anyone else more.

- Fostering a loving family culture that encourages laughter and minimizes fighting

- Teaching your children healthy emotional self-management and conflict resolution skills--so that they can work things out with each other, get their own needs met and respect the needs of others

- Helping your kids forge a close lifelong sibling bond--as well as the relationship skills they will need for a life of healthy friendships, work relationships, and eventually their own family bonds.

Be nice to your sister! Stop picking on your brother! That's a time-out for both of you. When nothing works to stop the incessant battles, where can exhausted parents turn? Sibling expert and family therapist Jonathan Caspi knows that understanding why kids fight is the first essential step to restoring peace. Featuring clear principles, dos and don'ts, and loads of stories, this book shines a spotlight on family dynamics. Dr. Caspi guides you to make an effective plan for managing conflicts, so you can keep a cool head in the heat of the moment. Learn why it's never helpful to compare kids to each other, how to quell sibling struggles without taking sides, when to intervene (and when to step back), and what to do when parents aren't on the same page. Improving sibling relationships can have lifelong benefits for your family. This compassionate book shows how.

Un regalo que habla directamente al corazón, cada uno de los 100 mensajes diarios plasmados aquí, ofrecen una poderosa dosis de aprecio, aliento y un conmovedor recordatorio de la fuerza interior. Es una celebración genuina del vínculo único entre hermanos, lo que garantiza que se convierta en un recuerdo preciado en el futuro.

Ya sea como regalo de cumpleaños, alguna celebración o simplemente como un gesto espontáneo de amor, este libro promete reconectarlos a ti y a tu hermanos de la manera más significativa posible.

Aunque el libro se sostiene perfectamente por sí solo, los lectores han optado por personalizar sus libros, agregando sus propios mensajes sinceros debajo de los escritos previamente en el libro y transformando cada copia en un recuerdo personalizado aún más profundo para sus seres queridos.

Conoce más de Freya Winters:

• To My Friend,
• To My Parent,
• Every Day, I'll Love You
• To My Sibling,
• Colaboración: The Relationship Book

Únete a las decenas de miles de personas que descubren el encantador mundo de los libros de Freya Winters y conéctate de nuevo con las personas especiales en tu vida hoy mismo.

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eres mi hermano del alma.
mi mejor amigo.
mi compañero de crímenes.
un ser humano de ensueño.

for baby. She also learns that being a big sister is a big responsibility and very fun!

Hmong/English bilingual children's book.

In the highly anticipated sequel to her New York Times bestseller Etched in Sand, Regina Calcaterra pairs with her youngest sister Rosie to tell Rosie's harrowing, yet ultimately triumphant, story of childhood abuse and survival.

They were five kids with five different fathers and an alcoholic mother who left them to fend for themselves for weeks at a time. Yet through it all they had each other. Rosie, the youngest, is fawned over and shielded by her older sister, Regina. Their mother, Cookie, blows in and out of their lives like a hurricane, blind and uncaring to everything in her path.

But when Regina discloses the truth about her abusive mother to her social worker, she is separated from her younger siblings Norman and Rosie. And as Rosie discovers after Cookie kidnaps her from foster care, the one thing worse than being abandoned by her mother is living in Cookie's presence. Beaten physically, abused emotionally, and forced to labor at the farm where Cookie settles in Idaho, Rosie refuses to give in. Like her sister Regina, Rosie has an unfathomable strength in the face of unimaginable hardship--enough to propel her out of Idaho and out of a nightmare.

Filled with maturity and grace, Rosie's memoir continues the compelling story begun in Etched in Sand--a shocking yet profoundly moving testament to sisterhood and indomitable courage.

Subsequent siblings, also known as replacement children, were born after the death of a sibling, and face a familial landscape that was dramatically altered by loss. Born into Loss explores the common repercussions of their role and shares complex life stories from more than one hundred subsequent sibling interviews.

Widely used for more than 40 years in hundreds of communities worldwide, Sibshops are lively, low-cost workshops where siblings can share their joys and challenges, learn from their peers, and just have fun together. Enhanced with new research, online materials, and 100] engaging activities, this updated guide makes it easier than ever to create and launch a Sibshop in your own community. Youâ (TM)ll get practical instructions for every step of planning, promoting, budgeting, and running a successful Sibshop, plus insights from siblings and Sibshop facilitators throughout the world. Perfect for all programs and professionals serving families of children with disabilities, this complete how-to guide will help you create upbeat, rewarding, and welcoming workshops that give siblings much-needed support.

WHY SIBSHOPS?

Sibshops are a great opportunity for siblings to:

• Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting and enjoy fun activities together
• Reduce their sense of isolation by affirming that theyâ (TM)re not alone
• Learn how their peers handle situations commonly experienced by siblings
• Get answers to their questions about their siblingsâ (TM) support needs
• Develop friendships that will be ongoing sources of validation and support

Nobody affects us as deeply as our brothers and sisters. Our siblings are our collaborators and co-conspirators, our role models and cautionary tales. They teach us how to resolve conflicts and how not to, how to conduct friendships and when to walk away. Our siblings are the only people we know who truly qualify as partners for life.

In this perceptive and groundbreaking book, Jeffrey Kluger explores the complex world of siblings in equal parts science, psychology, sociology, and memoir. Based on cutting-edge research, he examines birth order, twins, genetic encoding of behavioral traits, emotional disorders and their effects on sibling relationships, and much more. With his signature insight and humor, Kluger takes science's provocative new ideas about the subject and transforms them into smart, accessible insights that will help everyone understand the importance of siblings in our lives.

Don't just survive twin parenting--thrive every step of the way with practical preparation strategies and advice from You Can Two.

It's no secret that raising two babies at once has its challenges, but with the right preparation you can conquer fears for good. You Can Two delivers essential information and practical prep strategies to get expecting parents ready for the joys of twinfancy.

From mental and emotional prep to feeding, and everything in between, this action-oriented guide covers the broad spectrum of how to tackle the first few months after your babies arrive. Complete with real advice and encouraging anecdotes from parents who have been there, You Can Two is a go-to reference to remember that you can do this.

Get ready for two heartbeats, 20 fingers, and 20 toes, with:

• Step-by-step prep that guarantees you'll be ready for whatever comes your way, from gathering gear for your hospital bag to teaching your tiny humans to eat and sleep.
• A planning toolkit that includes checklists, trackers, questions for need-to-know answers, and to-do lists.
• Real support that offers insider techniques from other twin parents, along with stories for reassurance and inspiration.

Whether you were hoping for twins, or are still staring in disbelief at an ultrasound with two heartbeats, You Can Two gives you the confidence to head into twin parenting with excitement--not fear.

Nach dem Erfolg ihrer beliebten Buchreihe, darunter das Buch: Every day, I'll Love You, hat To My Sibling Leser weltweit mit seinen herzlichen Botschaften, Wärme und bedingungsloser Liebe begeistert.

Ein Geschenk, das direkt das Herz anspricht, bietet jede der 100 täglichen Botschaften eine kraftvolle Dosis Wertschätzung, Ermutigung und eine eindringliche Erinnerung an innere Stärke. Es ist eine echte Feier der einzigartigen Geschwisterbindung und wird so zu einem geschätzten Andenken für viele Jahre.

Ob als Geschenk zum Geburtstag, zu einem besonderen Anlass oder einfach als spontane Liebesgeste - dieses Buch verspricht, dich und dein Geschwisterchen auf die bedeutungsvollste Weise näher zusammenzubringen.

Obwohl das Buch für sich alleine steht, haben Leser begonnen, ihre Exemplare zu personalisieren, indem sie ihre eigenen herzlichen Nachrichten unter den vorgefertigten Texten des Buches hinzufügen und so jedes Exemplar zu einem noch persönlicheren Andenken für ihre Liebsten machen.

Entdecke mehr von Freya Winters:

• To My Friend,
• To My Parent,
• Every Day, I'll Love You
• To My Sibling,
• Collab: The Relationship Book

Freya Winters ist eine unabhängige Autorin. Achtung vor Nachahmungen.

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Mein Partner in Crime.
Ein absoluter Traum von einem Menschen.

Navigating the labyrinth of child development has always been a task for educators, but understanding the nuances related to birth order can be particularly challenging. The Middle Child Syndrome: A Guide for Educators on Understanding Its Psychological Effects delves into the unique experiences and challenges faced by middle children in families.

Key aspects covered in this comprehensive guide include:

Birth Order Psychology: An introduction to the theories of birth order and how they have evolved over time.

Defining the Middle: Characteristics often associated with the middle child, separating myth from reality.

Overlooked and Outshone: The dynamic interplay between the eldest's responsibility, the middle's adaptability, and the youngest's novelty.

Seeking Identity: How middles often carve out niches to distinguish themselves from their siblings and the potential academic implications of this search for uniqueness.

Emotional Landscape: Insights into the emotional needs of middle children, including feelings of exclusion, rivalry, and belonging.

Classroom Dynamics: Practical tips for educators on recognizing the signs of middle child syndrome and addressing it constructively in a classroom setting.

Building Resilience: Strategies to empower middle children, helping them harness their strengths and cultivate a positive self-image.

Engaging Families: Ways for educators to communicate and collaborate with families to provide holistic support for middle siblings.

Infused with real-life anecdotes, evidence-based research, and interactive exercises, this book serves as a beacon for educators. It guides them in creating an inclusive classroom environment where every child, regardless of their birth order, feels seen, heard, and valued.

Few bonds in our lives are as psychologically and emotionally significant as the ones we share with our sisters and brothers, although little has been written about this formative relationship. In this first-of-its-kind book, psychotherapist Jeanne Safer takes us into the hidden world of problem siblings and explores the far-reaching effects on the lives of those who are considered the normal ones.

Drawing on more than sixty interviews with normal, or intact, siblings, Safer explores the daunting challenges they face, and probes the complex feelings that can strain families and damage lives. A normal sibling herself, Safer chronicles her own life-shaping experiences with her troubled brother. She examines the double-edged reality of normal ones: how they both compensate for their siblings' abnormality and feel guilty for their own health and success. With both wisdom and empathy, she delineates the Caliban Syndrome, a set of personality traits characteristic of higher-functioning siblings: premature maturity, compulsion to achieve, survivor guilt, and fear of contagion.

Essential reading for normal ones and those who love them, this landmark work offers readers insight, compassion, and tools to help resolve childhood pain. It is a profound and eye-opening examination of a subject that has too long been shrouded in darkness.