Have you ever heard the words, "That's not fair!" echoing through your home? If you're raising neurodivergent kids (or any kids at all!), chances are this is a familiar refrain. This week on the podcast, the conversation focused on the messy, ongoing topic of sibling conflict and the real meaning of fairness in our families.
Key Takeaways
Fair Isn't Equal: True fairness means meeting each child's unique needs, not treating everyone the same.
Validate Feelings First: Acknowledge and empathize with your child's sense of injustice—then help them understand differences.
Use Simple Scripts: Keep quick, calm responses ready for "that's not fair" moments—don't default to courtroom battles.
Normalize Accommodations: Talk openly about why siblings might have different supports, tools, or expectations.
Shift to Problem Solving: Encourage kids to express what they need and help brainstorm solutions together instead of focusing on comparison.
Podden och tillhörande omslagsbild på den här sidan tillhör
Colleen Kessler. Innehållet i podden är skapat av Colleen Kessler och inte av,
eller tillsammans med, Poddtoppen.
