Sisterhood and the Sibling Squabble

Three sisters appear together in a snapshot, but the middle child’s face is a live broadcast of her inner tug-of-war. With the family’s latest arrival cradled in her mother’s arms, her expression is less cute and more feisty. It’s a classic scene—introducing a new sibling often brings out the dramatics in the older ones.

According to experts from the Mayo Clinic, it’s normal for siblings to vie for the spotlight when a new baby comes home. It’s a phase, they say, one that soon gives way to lifelong bonds and shared secrets. For now, we’ll just chalk it up to a candid family memory in the making.