Health Tip: Prepare Your Child for a New Baby
October 9, 2008, 11:16 AM ET
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Oct. 10 -- (HealthDay News) -- Your youngster's reaction to the introduction of a new brother or sister could include a range of emotions, from joy to resentment.
The Nemours Foundation offers these suggestions to help make the transition easier:
Look at your older child's baby pictures together.Read books about bringing a new baby into the family.Spend time visiting friends who have babies.Let your child help pack a bag for the hospital.Let your child help think of names for the new baby.Have your child go to the doctor with you and listen to the baby's heartbeat.