Start the Conversation Early Are you about to add a new member to your family? Start talking to your toddler early. Use simple words to explain the upcoming changes. Show them pictures of babies and share stories about when they were a baby. This will make the idea less foreign. Telling them what’s coming can […]
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Prepare Your Toddler Early Are you anxiously wondering how your toddler will react to a new sibling? Don’t fret! Preparing your toddler early is key. Start talking about the baby well before the due date. Use children’s books about becoming a big brother or sister. These books can serve as both bedtime stories and conversation
The Announcement: Setting the Stage Starting with how you break the news, this step is crucial. Don’t just drop the baby bomb; frame it as the exciting family adventure that it is. It’s about weaving the narrative that having a new sibling is a grand journey they’re embarking on. I remember telling my toddler he
