10 tips for welcoming a new sibling
Who can blame a first-born child for stroppy behaviour when faced with a tiny bawling bundle who takes all your mummy's …
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Preparing toddlers for the arrival of a new baby
Many children adjust well to the arrival of a new baby in the household, however a sizeable number experience some jealousy and/or aggression to the newborn.
Having another baby: when’s the best time?
When is the right time to add another baby to the family? Hannah Davison considers 'the gap'. I did the maths, consulted my phone’s fertility app and questioned my sanity; but apparently – if we wanted a two-year age gap between children – it was …
5 books to read with your toddler about being a big sibling
Books are a great way to help your child understand the changes a new baby brings. We recommend the following: A Baby Sister for Frances, Lillian Hoban, Russel Hoban Go Away Baby!, Claire Llewellyn, Start Reading Baby & …
5 things to do before number two (or three or four) arrives
Adding another baby to the mix? Life is understandably going to get even busier, so it pays to get a few things organised before the birth of your next child. Here's what was at the of our to-do lists when preparing for the arrival of second …