Guided Play for Two
Part 2: How to Support Sibling Play Across Ages (Without Losing Your Mind)
If you’ve ever tried to play with two toddlers at once, you know it’s not always smooth sailing. Different needs, different skill levels, different everything. And yet… when sibling play does click, it’s actually really sweet.
In Part 1, we answered the question, “How do I play with both of my kids when they’re at totally different stages?” and shared 4 simple ways to create a play space that works for both kids.
In this post, we wanted to take you a little deeper and offer practical strategies to help you guide sibling play without turning into a referee.
Whether you're navigating a wobbly walker and a strong-willed three-year-old or you’re just trying to carve out a moment of calm for everyone (including you!), these tips are here to help make sibling play more doable and enjoyable.
Keep reading for:
Simple strategies to support both children’s language
Tips for stepping in (and stepping back) without becoming the referee
Play ideas that work across ages
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