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Do you have a kids that tells the other kids how to behave? (Some call it bossing the siblings.) It might be nice to have reinforcement, but you wonder if this is a good idea. Holly worries that her daughter is too caught up in the princess craze. Dr. Leman’s answer may surprise you.

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Audio Question:

Mindy asks should an older sibling correcting and disciplining a younger sibling.

Dr. Leman’s response:

  • First of all, I don’t know their ages. If it is a 17 year old and a 5 year old, in the absence of a parent, this would be ok.
  • But, generally, kids are not that far apart in age, and it is not a good idea.
  • When a kid assumes your position, it would be better to discipline them, and explain that the only time that they take that role of authority is in your absence when the action could be injurious to others.

Audio Question:

Holly asks about her three year old who is enamored by princesses, and only wants to meet her prince. How can she help her become strong and independent?

Dr. Leman’s response:

  • RIDE THE PRINCESS craze!
  • Use it to teach her what a princess does. She is honest, hard working, helps mommy, doesn’t spit on baby, etc.
  • It is a stage.
  • Listen to this great story by Dr. Leman about a child who was misunderstood. There are simple solutions.
  • Chill. Live the life you need to live to demonstrate what you want them to learn. They are taking notes.

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