The author reflects on favoritism in parenting, drawing from her own childhood experiences of feeling overshadowed by her sibling. Now, as a mother of two, she admits it can be easy to show more affection to the more endearing, younger child. However, she consciously strives for balance and equality, setting aside intentional moments for her older child. This involves prioritizing one-on-one time, recognizing their unique traits, and being mindful of nurturing both children's needs to foster a loving environment.
Growing up, I always felt that my parents favored my cuter, funnier sister over me.
It can be hard to show love towards a child that is behaving in a way you don't want.
For example, while I’d love to spend bedtime tickling my toddler, I always hand over my youngest to my husband for moments alone with my oldest.
Finding intentional pockets throughout the week to appreciate my oldest and let him know that I do is really important.
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