Are you riding the parenting train? Got more than one minor aboard? Then this post is for you!

You’re welcome.

“Of course I knew about sibling rivalry before having children – I am the youngest of six kids, myself – but it is very different to experience it as a parent. And no matter how much I’ve tried over the years, there’s no stopping it. So I’ve just kind of learned to embrace it, and even use it to my advantage whenever possible. I know I’m not the only one who knows (and accepts) the following truths about sibling rivalry…

1. You know your kid understands that there is a baby coming when he goes from always wanting to rub and kiss your growing belly to giving it the hairy eyeball when he thinks you aren’t looking. (And so it begins…)

Essential Truths Every Parent Knows About Sibling Rivalry – Let Me Start By Saying