A story for a child who has to share you

What this story is for

Ease sibling jealousy by learning that a parent’s love and attention can be shared and taken in turns, with enough for everyone.

Wanting Dad all to yourself is normal, and it feels safe to discover there is enough of Dad for both children.

How the story does it

The child and a sibling both want Dad at the same time; the ache of waiting and sharing resolves as Dad gives each a real turn and the two share a warm moment.

What Dad does in it

Acknowledge each child’s wish for him, make turns fair and visible, and show that his love is not divided but shared, never shaming the jealousy or forcing the child to give up their turn.

How it ends

The child takes and gives a turn with Dad willingly and feels secure that Dad’s love is enough for both.

What it deliberately avoids

Favoritism, shaming jealousy, forcing the child to give up their turn, showing the sibling’s face, or a lesson about being a good big or little sibling.