My husband and I are nervous about how our 2 yr. old daughter will react to a sister. She loves to touch my belly and feel the baby move, but we don't think she understands that it is going to stay in our family. And that she is the big sister. What should we do to make her feel more comfortable.
2007-01-27 04:35:09 · 16 answers · asked by kelly b 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Allow her to hold her little sis and maybe even to help feed her and even change her occasionally with your supervision. She will take on a caretakers role a bit and it will make her feel in tune with what is happening.
Oh yes, congratulations!
2007-01-27 04:39:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm going through the same thing. I am due in 3 weeks and I'm trying to get our 2 year old ready. And unlike your he's not very excited about the new baby. My husband is due back from Iraq the same time that I am due, you ask him if he's ready for the baby and he says no, but screams YES when you ask if he is ready for daddy lol. I have taken him to the store and let him pick out something to give the baby. I let him help with her room as much as possible. And we bought him a gift from the baby to bring home from the hospital. We're hopeing that this will help ease the transistion. When the baby come let her sit on the couch and help her hold the new baby. And let her carry a bottle or a blanket when your hands are full...or even when they aren't. I think the more you involve them the easier it is for them.
2007-01-27 13:41:54 · answer #2 · answered by Heather D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always try to include your firstborn in the preparations for the new arrival so she doesn't feel left out.
Always talk to your daughter about the new baby and what will happen with you and your husband. Try to get her excited about the prospect of a new sister and how much fun she will have once she gets older.
When the baby arrives try to seperate some play time with your firstborn so she doesn't feel left out. Its always important to do this so there is no jealously or resentment to the new baby.
Good luck and congrats on your upcoming arrival
2007-01-27 13:21:50 · answer #3 · answered by elena_398 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know that's going to be a very big change for her, but just always remember that she is a child and has needs to, you have to keep a balance so that she will not feel left out, are feel that ya'l don't care about her because at this age she is attached and needs you guys the most .
example: When you go to the store one day as yall are shopping say momma is going to have a baby and you will be a sister and let her know that you will love them both so very much, and that mommy wold love for you to help me and that will get her excited for the change.
Good Luck, Lacey
2007-01-27 12:43:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure that you can devote time to your 2 year old. Also let her help with leittle things like carriing the diapers or wipes during changing. ALso I would get her an IM a big sister shirt so she cna show it off. I think she is at an age where she is going to be just fine!
2007-01-27 12:39:52 · answer #5 · answered by Mary C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just try to get her involved. Have her visit the hospital, when you're changing the baby you can have her pass you the wipes and diaper. Talk to her a lot about how she feels and what's going on. I thought my daughter would be really jealous when she was 2 and my son was born. She was pretty spoiled and got everything.....but it was the complete opposite. She wanted to be involved, and was very loving toward him.
We also got her, her own baby doll with a playpen and highchair and told he that she can be a mommy too. So when I changed my son she changed her baby. Attempted to anyway. LOL
Hope it all works out and Congrats!!! =)
2007-01-27 13:35:46 · answer #6 · answered by Liz B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go and buy a pink shirt for her and a pink sleeper/onesie for the baby. Then get some fabric crayons (craft aisle at Walmart) and she can color pictures that can be ironed onto them (or you can scan drawing and put on iron-on transfer paper). Help her to create a special shirt for herself and the baby...you can add the lettering Big Sister and Baby Sister. Then the first time she meets her sister - have her and the baby wearing their outfits. Tell her that her baby sister just LOVES her new outfit and it will help with initial bond.
2007-01-27 12:56:32 · answer #7 · answered by bgmom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
make sure you spend time with your two year old both alone and her with her sister. allow her to help out with the baby by letting her bring you a diaper. help her hold her little sister. i don't think they do understand at that age. and even when the baby comes home, don't be surprised if your daughter thinks you can take the baby back.
2007-01-27 13:21:40 · answer #8 · answered by Maddie and Jacobs mom 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
True Story: I'm the second Born. When my Folks, brought me home? My Brother, slapped me across the face. But we've been the best of Friends, since. Show her Love. She'll have probelms. But she'll be alright.
2007-01-27 12:44:08 · answer #9 · answered by Goggles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should sit down and have a talk with her.....tell her that her little sister is on her way....and she's going to be her big sis..tell her that she's going to stay with you and take care of her....tell your eldest daughter some fun things that she can do with the new baby (help feed her, push her in her stroller, hold her...ect...)and don't forget to tell her of the responsibilities.....
2007-01-27 12:42:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋