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Hudson Valley Parent 9
Making room for baby
8 tips for helping your children adjust to a new sibling
By MEAGAN RUFFING
There's nothing more exciting than
finding out that you are expecting,
again. Thoughts of tiny toes and sweet
baby breath flood your mind, and your
world is suddenly in total bliss.
Along with another baby, though,
come worries of, "How will I possibly
love this baby like I love my first?" or
"How will my child adjust to having
a new baby in the house? Will he still
know that I love him just the same?"
Having another baby, whether it's
your second, third or fourth, can be
exciting and overwhelming. There are
lots of things to consider, including how
everyone's life is going to change once
your due date has arrived. Here are eight
tips on how to make a smooth transition
from one baby to two, or more.
1. Belly banter. Prepare your young-
ster for the upcoming arrival of his baby
sibling. Let your child touch and kiss
