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4 Tips to Get Your Kids Prepared For Their New Sibling

While new siblings are a natural part of life for small children, sometimes, it’s just not that easy. If you have a child who’s currently an only child, they’re not going to understand that they’re not going to be the only ones anymore. It will take a while to grasp that there will be less attention, playtime, and sibling rivalry, and they need to begin sharing everything at home. While the transition is tough, here are some tips for easing your oldest child into it.

Let them pick out a gift

Kids love contributing, so why not let them pick out a gift for the new sibling or even get them to make something? It’s a great way for them to feel involved in the process rather than be pushed aside. Maybe they have a hobby and would like to share that with their new sibling. Overall, just support this!

Visit friends or relatives with babies

Visiting friends and relatives with babies to get your kids prepared for their new sibling is a great way to help your child feel more comfortable around a new addition to the family. Young children often feel apprehensive about a new baby and may have strong reactions at first. By preparing your child for the new baby’s arrival, you can help smooth out the dynamics and ensure that the relationship with your child goes smoothly.

Many young children are disappointed when they see a new baby do little more than sleep or cry. This is understandable. Taking your child to visit family and friends with new babies is a great way to reassure them that they are still cherished. While your child is there, you can also talk to them about what they can do to help with the baby’s care. You can discuss how they can bathe, nappy change, and help with other baby-related tasks. Overall, it’s great to get your older kids accustomed to babies, so this is the best way.

Ensure there’s a routine

Adding a new baby to the family is a huge transition. Some kids may welcome the new sibling with open arms, while others may be a little more cynical. There are many ways to make the experience fun and educational. A well-thought-out schedule of activities, a good night’s sleep, and a bit of parental guidance are essential to a smooth transition. This is true for both the new baby and the older sibling. A newborn is noisy and requires a lot of attention, so parents need to give the older sibling some time to adjust.

Make sure routines haven’t changed that much; for instance, if you have a day or time where you spend quality time with the oldest child, then make sure you still do this. However, sometimes, it may not always be possible. Babies need a lot of care. On top of that, there is always the chance of birth-related injuries during labor. This is why you need to talk to your oldest child in advance and maybe educate them with helpful resources such as www.childbirthinjuries.com. Overall, make sure you have a solid routine in place for the oldest one and try your best not to disrupt it.

Don’t get angry when your child

You just need to keep in mind that your child just wants to help, and they want to be involved. If they were previously the only child, this will be a major transition for them that could take a lot of time. Overall, just make sure you have patience and don’t get angry if your kid is acting out, they’re going through a lot. 

 

Edel Alon
Edel Alonhttp://edelalon.com
Edel-Ryan Alon is a starving musician, failed artist, connoisseur of fine foods, aspiring entrepreneur, husband, father of two, geek by day, cook by night, and an all around great guy.
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