Siblings tell us that they feel lots of different things about having a brother or sister with a disability, illness or health condition. They can feel upset that their life is different to other people’s or sad that they can’t do things like other families. They can enjoy spending time with a brother or sister … Continued
School normally starts again for lots of siblings in September. Siblings tell us that school can be really tough sometimes and can feel worried about going back after the summer holiday. It can be hard because friends don’t understand what life is like at home it’s hard to get homework done it’s tiring because … Continued
Siblings and Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 This week we’re talking about how moving more can help you, as it’s the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2024. We know that our bodies and our minds are connected, so keeping your body moving also helps you have good mental health. It can be normal to … Continued
Siblings and Young Carers Action Day 2024 This month we’re talking about siblings and Young Carers Action Day. This year’s theme is about fair futures for young carers and removing barriers. We know that lots of siblings can find life harder for lots of reasons. We have tips on our website for what to do … Continued
Siblings and being creative This month we’re asking siblings how they spend time being creative! We know that drawing, painting, writing or listening to music can really help siblings and is good for their mental health too. Keeping a diary, creating scrapbooks of photographs of fun times or building a model can help siblings to … Continued
Siblings at Christmas Christmas is just around the corner and it can be a time to have fun! Maybe you’re looking forward to spending time with your family and friends, giving and receiving presents or just enjoying time off from school? It can be a special time to have fun with your family or play … Continued
Siblings and School Siblings tell us that school can e really tough sometimes. It can be hard because friends don’t understand what life is like at home it’s hard to get homework done it’s tiring because you don’t get a good night’s sleep We’ve got lots of great information about school stuff for siblings on … Continued
Siblings and ADHD This month we’re talking about what life is like when you have a brother or sister with ADHD. We’d like siblings to tell us what it’s like when you have a brother or sister who finds it difficult to concentrate, sit still or stop talking. We’ve got some great information about ADHD … Continued
Ethan’s story I think having your brother or sister go into hospital makes siblings like me feel lots of feelings. I definitely feel quiet and I worry. I went with my brother to the hospital really early on the morning of his operation. And then my dad took me to school. My dad and mum had … Continued
Siblings and School Are you going back to school this week? It can be great to catch up with your friends again after the holidays but some people can find it a bit tough too. It’s September so it’s time for lots of you to go back to school! You might be going back to … Continued