Items you need while preparing your child to become a Big Sibling

Welcoming a new baby into the family can be very exciting and somewhat overwhelming for a newly-minted Big Sibling. These items can make the transition smoother, and we've broken the items up into 3 categories: Books to read before baby arrives, Items that help promote bonding between the siblings, and Toys that entertain without overstimulating the 2-4 year old. 

Books to read before the new baby arrives

"What Makes a Baby"

Geared to readers from preschool to age eight, What Makes a Baby is a book for every kind of family and every kind of kid. It is a twenty-first century children’s picture book about conception, gestation, and birth, which reflects the reality of our modern time by being inclusive of all kinds of kids, adults, and families, regardless of how many people were involved, their orientation, gender and other identity, or family composition. ​

"Baby is Coming"

​Baby Is Coming features real photos and a relatable story of Lucas getting ready to meet his baby sister. Lucas is excited about becoming a big brother but also has some hesitations, which are ok! And the learning goes beyond the book. Scan a QR code on the back for additional on-topic resources and tools developed by experts.

"The Baby is Here!"

Daniel Tiger gets a baby sister in this adorable new 8x8, based on a special episode of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!
Daniel Tiger is getting a little sister, and he can’t wait to meet her. He’s looking for a special way to help welcome the new baby—and he finds the perfect present to give to his new sibling in a box of his old baby things

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​Items to help promote bonding with the new baby

"The Big Sibling Book"

Organized chronologically, The Big Sibling Book is designed to help prepare your child for the new arrival with interviews, sticker activities, and pages for recording Baby's first. The end result is a precious two-in-one keepsake that captures Baby's first year and the unique perspective of the new big kid in the family.

Sibling's Burp Cloth

Buying a special baby item for the big sibling to use while they are near the baby can help them feel connected to the preparation process. They can use a burp cloth easily and you can purchase a pattern that your older child loves, like trains, foxes, elephants, rainbows or boats!

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Toys that keep a 2-5 year old engaged while the family is settling in.

"Squirrel Suit"

This unique dynamic movement sensory sock will help to improve self-calming,balance,increased body and spatial awareness,and heightens movement creativity. 
​Using this for your high-energy kids can help them relax when you are busy with baby and having a low-energy (or low-patience) day. 

STEM - Race Track

We've incorporated Montessori-style learning into this toy, making education an integral part of playtime. Each obstacle on the track corresponds to a specific button or lever, featuring the same color. This intentional design helps them explore, identify and remember colors while they play and they will develop problem-solving skills, grasp basic physics concepts, and learn the names of different vehicles—all in a playful and engaging way

Magnetic Maze Puzzle Game​

This magnetic maze for kids ages 3-5 offers hours of engaging play. This magnetic maze board is an interactive toddler travel activity that promotes learning and helps develop fine motor skills.