Books are a great tool for preparing toddlers for new babies. There is so much about babies that toddlers can’t anticipate and sustaining a sensible focused conversation with a toddler is never easy.
So that precious time when you are snuggling up for a good story is a wonderful opportunity to introduce new ideas and prompt conversations about feelings and upcoming changes (see tips on Preparing your child for a new baby).
Whether you’re about to tell your toddler that a baby is on the way or you’ve already welcomed your new bundle of joy, here are my personal recommendations for books that help toddlers cope with the arrival of a sibling. But be warned, talking to toddlers about new babies can lead to some probing questions about how the baby got into mom’s tummy in the first place, so you might as well check out these top 10 books to talk to kids about. the sex /p>
*This post contains affiliate links
what’s in your belly, mom? (sam lloyd)
What’s in Your Tummy Mummy? is a brilliant lift-the-flap book which is perfect for younger children who need a gentle introduction to the idea that there is a baby inside mum’s tum. Funny and charming, with lovely illustrations and unforced rhymes, it’s a real pleasure to read and one that you will all enjoy over and over again.
You are reading: New baby books for toddlers
little newborn (polly zielonka)
Itty bitty newborn 0-3 months is the first in the ‘All About Babies’ series that also includes When will baby play? and Curious and crawling. The series looks at what babies can and can’t do at different ages so is really good for helping your toddler understand the reality of a new baby (eg that they can’t play or talk and they do a lot of crying…!). Especially useful if none of your friends or family have real babies that you can introduce your toddler to.
let’s have a baby (campbell books)
See Also: Accept Credit Card Payments Online | QuickBooks
We’re Having A Baby: Adapting to a new baby (Big Steps) is a very practical board book and particularly good for introducing younger toddlers to what to expect around the time of the birth. Where will Mummy go? Who will look after them? What will happen when Mummy comes back with the baby? Not much charm but helpfully focuses on the immediate and concrete.
topsy and tim: the new baby (jean adamson)
It’s hard for young children to imagine what having a real baby will actually be like. Topsy and Tim: The New Baby introduces toddlers and preschoolers to some of the realities to expect after the baby arrives – including breastfeeding, baby bath time, and sleeping arrangements. A great launchpad for opening up conversations about jealousy, changes and new routines.
i’m a big sister/i’m a big brother (joanna cole)
Told through the eyes of a new big sister / new big brother, I’m a Big Sisterand I’m a Big Brother
explore the ups and downs of having a new sibling and help to reassure your child that s/he is still loved and special. A good book for prompting conversations about how your child feels once the new baby has arrived.
new baby board books (rachel fuller)
See Also: Miss Seeton – Book Series In Order
This series of four board books (Waiting for Baby (New Baby), My New Baby
, You and Me! (New Baby)
and Look at Me! (New Baby)
) will accompany your child through the whole journey of pregnancy, the arrival of a new baby and becoming an older sibling with all the trials and rewards that those changes bring.
sophie and the new baby (laurence anholt)
Sophie and the New Baby (Anholt Family Favourites) is a good choice for slightly older children and tackles the difficult issue of what it feels like for a child when everything changes. A touching tale with a wit and humour that makes it a great read to snuggle up with.
If the arrival of a new baby is going to bring a lot of changes, you might also want to check out these books to help kids cope with the changes. If sibling rivalry is the problem, try these children’s books about sibling rivalry.
*this is not a sponsored post – these are all books I personally recommend for preparing young children for new babies. however, it does contain affiliate links (see disclosure notice for more information).
See Also: The 8 Best Books That’ll Help You Overcome Insecurity and Build Your Confidence | BookSummaryClub