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"You're wrong!" "Be quiet!" "Stop it!" "I hate you!" When people close to you are fighting it's hard to work out what to do. Imagine how your kids might be feeling - sad, ashamed, angry and just want the fighting to stop. Be careful so that kids don't interpret it as a divorce. We can't all get on, all the time. Try and talk calmly about issues. Top rule - don't slag your partner off infront of the kids.

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PARENTS - Remember you were once kids, too. Sometimes it might seem that you don't understand them - but you do really. You've been there and don't want to make things anymore difficult. Your parents cared about you, but because times change it might be hard for you to get your point of view across to your kids in a "cool" way. . Try and explain things clearly and honestly. Being a good Mum or Dad is about always looking out for each other and keeping you safe. Some parents have trouble letting go and can be possessive. Your kids need to be confident and prove their ability, to reassure you they will be OK out there in the big wide world. It's up to you to instill this in them. Usually, kids who argue with their parents learn to get along as they get older - you start to think alike and share opinions. If you can talk about your feelings and what's important to you, life will be a lot easier. Keep in mind, talking can be tough. It takes time and patience. It's not always easy. Sharing your opinions - instead of screaming and yelling at them - will also make them listen to you a little more closely. Plus, you'll gain respect and learn how to compromise with them.

Kids - Taking each others stuff or even borrowing you own? Picking on each other? If they are fighting a lot, and competing for your attention that's called sibling rivalry. It's completely natural to get into arguments. If it really bothers you, try talking to them about what's going on. A lot of the time they will listen to you, but most importantly you've got to listen to them, because deep down (even though they don't like to admit it) they really do like you and don't want to fight either.