My New Baby focuses on observations made by a toddler, giving you plenty of opportunities to discuss the needs of newborn babies.

This classic board book is designed for younger children (approximately two and under). Grab this book from Book Depository (free delivery!) or Amazon. It is beautifully illustrated, informative and, when you’re heavily pregnant and preparing for birth yourself, a real tear-jerker. If you’re planning a home birth, or for your child to be present at the birth of their sibling, this is the perfect book to help prepare them for the experience. After the birth, the whole family snuggle up together and fall asleep. The book also touches on the dad’s role in supporting the mum during labour, something which will be useful for children to prepare for. The narrator explains mummy might make loud noises during contractions and also talks about the midwife and the items she brings with her to help with the birth. The story is told by the youngest child and features a gentle, calm and beautiful home birth. Written by the late Jenni Overend and illustrated by Julie Vivas, it tells the story of birth through the eyes of a child. This is one of the most beautiful books on the list and you’ll no doubt struggle to get through it without shedding a few tears (damn those pregnancy hormones). Here are a selection of our favourite books for children, who will soon be welcoming a brand new little brother or sister into the world! #1: Hello Baby by Jenni Overend 7 Books To Prepare Children For A New Baby There are plenty of great children’s books which give age-appropriate information about birth, babies and breastfeeding.Ī gentle introduction into what to expect without frightening your child is probably foremost on your mind.īellyBelly is here to help. You can talk through the issues raised, being sure to focus on what he was like when he was a newborn and how the new baby might be similar. To help your child prepare for the birth and the arrival of your new baby, you’ll need to let him know what to expect.Ī new baby means big changes for your big kid and the more prepared he is, the better.īooks are a great way of educating your child about babies. In fact, you’ll probably spend most of your pregnancy worrying about the child you already have rather than the one growing in your belly. You’re probably keen to do whatever you can to help make this a smooth transition for your first born. Becoming a big brother or sister is a life-changing event.

Waiting for Baby by Rachel Fuller