The In-Between Years with Dr. Sheryl

Sibling Drama Isn’t A Problem. It’s Practice.

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One minute they're playing, the next they're snapping or shutting down. When your kids are fighting, it’s easy to wonder: What am I doing wrong? Should I step in… or stay out of it?

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl sits down with therapist and mom of seven Bridget KerMorris to unpack what’s really happening between siblings — especially when one child is entering the tween years and everything starts to shift.

Together, they explore:

  • Why your older child may suddenly seem mean, distant, or unpredictable
  • What younger siblings are actually experiencing (and often not saying)
  • The difference between a pattern and a moment
  • How to respond without taking sides or shutting things down
  • What “repair” looks like, and why it matters more than getting it right

    • You’ll also hear simple, real-life language you can use in the moment—especially when your child says things like “It’s not fair” or “You love them more.”

    Sibling conflict isn’t a sign that something is wrong — it’s where your kids are learning how relationships actually work.

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