When it comes to shifting from only child to older child, your firstborn is bound to have plenty of questions. Use these activities to provide answers and reassurance about what life with a new baby will mean for the big kid in the house.
You might be (pretty) well-prepared for the arrival of a new baby in the house, but your firstborn has no idea what (and who!) is about to descend upon her tidy little world. She may have fears about life with a new baby sibling…or not. She might be indifferent…or just confused. No matter what she’s feeling, you can help her prep for her baby sibling (and her brand-new life as a big sister) with these activities. These simple games and strategies can simultaneously head off feelings ofsibling jealousy and resentment, send a message that you’ll love her just as much as always, and get her excited about meeting the new baby. Subjects include:
NEWBORN 101
BURP A BABY
THE CRYING GAME
GOLDEN SLUMBERS
SNUGGLE TIME
PRACTICE RUN
PLAY, BABY, PLAY
NICE NICE BABY
HANDLE GIFTS WITH CARE
