Expecting a second baby early next year (we have a 2 year old) and need all the tips! How do you stay sane? How do you prep the big one for the little one? What should we ask people for when they offer to help or gift us things?

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Paige · Answer

Maple: My favorite book we read to prep my two year old for the concept of a sibling. Very sweet, a little silly, simple and bonus tree content.

Kaitlin · Answer

Bring the baby “alive” for their big sibling: I learned this tip from Cup of Jo and it worked wonders for us. I made up a silly voice for the baby and “he” is always complimenting his big sister’s dance moves,  asking her questions about how the world works, and making funny jokes. Now that he is getting older and showing more of his own personality, the voice is starting to fade out naturally. But it really helped develop some camaraderie between them when he was just a potato.