congratulations. the stork is circling your house with your newest and most priceless package. But while you may be ready to welcome the baby into the family, what about your first little prince or little princess?
You are reading: Books for siblings of new babies
Bringing home a baby is a momentous and life-changing event for you, but it can also be especially challenging for your other children. Our specially selected roundup of the best books for new siblings taps into all the worries, questions, and curiosities that come with having a new sibling.
Our collection of the best books for new siblings introduces the theme of sisterhood and prepares siblings for a new baby.
12 best books for new siblings
1. my new brother
new adventures: my new brother ($24.99)
From a series that uncovers the uncertainty that accompanies big life changes comes a delicately written story of what to expect from the brotherhood. provides guidance through difficult times and even includes notes for parents to continue the conversation.
2. what to expect when the new baby comes home
what to expect when the new baby comes home
From the author of the best-selling book on pregnancy, What to Expect When You’re Expecting, presents an account of pregnancy and life with new babies that kids can relate to. This book guides your child through his questions and curiosities in full color.
3. there will be a baby
there’s going to be a baby ($13.35)
From award-winning authors comes a story about a young child preparing for the arrival of a little brother or sister. This is a delightful book that tackles the most frequently asked questions of little ones reflecting on life as a big brother or sister.
4. there is a house inside my mommy
there’s a house inside my mom ($12.99)
a rhyming read-aloud book written from the perspective of a young child as he wonders about the growth of the baby in his mommy’s tummy.’ tackle everything your doll comes up with, tackle things like morning sickness and food cravings in a playful way.
5. expecting baby
waiting for the baby: new baby series ($10.35)
Filled with simple text and sweet illustrations, this book taps into the confusion and worry that can come with welcoming a new sibling. it also highlights the excitement of becoming a big brother or sister and the beginning of a special relationship.
6. we are going to have a baby
let’s have a baby board book ($9.95)
This book tells the story of little Nancy as she welcomes her new sister into the world. Readers get to see how her grandparents take care of Nancy when Mom and Dad are in the hospital, and how Nancy finally meets her special little human being.
7. hello in there!: an older sister’s waiting book
Hello!: An Older Sister’s Waiting Book ($16.93)
An interactive book that focuses on the endless wait (and wait) for that special new sibling to arrive. The protagonist of the book begins her very important role as her older sister early, singing to her mother’s belly and telling all the wonders of her life to her future sister.
8. there is a baby in the house
there’s a baby in the house ($19.66)
This book tells the story of a lonely young elephant who agrees to welcome a new baby into the folds of the family. Louis soon realizes that there are many more adventures to be had with not one, but two superheroes in the family.
9. I’m a big sister / I’m a big brother
I’m an older sister & I’m an older brother
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These adorable bestsellers are packed with simple language that helps kids feel secure as they take on the important role of big brother. Told through the eyes of new older brothers and sisters, these books remind children that they are just as important as ever.
10. Mom, what’s in your belly?
mommy, what do you have in your belly? ($14.99)
Filled with lyrical text and the perfect amount of light humor, this special story makes the connection between mom’s growing belly and a child’s curiosity about what might be inside. a binding book if ever there was one.
11. what brothers do better / what sisters do better
what brothers do best & what sisters do best (from $18.99)
books that prove that having a new little person in the house has some great benefits. climbing trees, playing sports, and making music are just some of the things that are best done with a friend, and who better than your brother or sister?
12. I’m having twins
I’m having twins ($14.25)
Paris Morris was only nine years old when she wrote this book based on her own experience of becoming the big sister of not one, but two new babies. With gorgeous illustrations and easy language, this book is the perfect companion for any sibling of two (at once).
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