There is so much to find out when a baby is born! What does it smell like, and when will it walk? When does it sleep, and what does it like to eat? A new addition to any family is exciting, but the experience can alsobe worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship that develops between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.
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A toddler observes and asks questions about the new baby in this story, part of a series designed to help new siblings adjust. "Why does the baby always have milk?" the toddler wonders as her mother breastfeeds. The child's constant smiles, even when things get a little rough ("Why is Baby crying? Can we make it stop?"), and the cozy family home are in keeping with the book's positive focus. Also available: Waiting for Baby , You and Me , and Look at Me! Up to age 3. --Publishers Weekly 20100201
Anticipating an addition to the family is both exciting and daunting for young children so this sensitive story was most welcome. It is part of a series - Waiting for Baby, You and Me and Look at Me - and stimulated much discussion about the different emotions, both pleasing and anxious, associated with a new arrival. It encouraged a very quiet and shy pupil to contribute and share her family secret! --Carousel 20100401
These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. ... The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations. --School Library Journal 20110401
Anticipating an addition to the family is both exciting and daunting for young children so this sensitive story was most welcome. It is part of a series - Waiting for Baby, You and Me and Look at Me - and stimulated much discussion about the different emotions, both pleasing and anxious, associated with a new arrival. It encouraged a very quiet and shy pupil to contribute and share her family secret! --Carousel 20100401
These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. ... The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations. --School Library Journal 20110401
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115 of 115 people found the following review helpful
By Jen Gosnell
Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered 3-4 "new baby" type books when our daughter was 19 months old. All such books seem to be rated for older children and receive mixed reviews, so it was difficult to evaluate them sight unseen. Since every child is unique and it can be difficult to predict even your own child's reactions, I figured I would aim wide and just see what stuck for her. After having them all around for a while and evaluating, this book wins the popularity contest so far.
The other books all have more text and busier pictures than this one. Although I certainly greatly simplify the text in all of them as we read, there's no other that comes close to holding my daughter's attention as well as "My New Baby". Its text is very simple - no more than 2 short sentences per page. As I saw she liked this book, I began to substitute my daughter's name in for references to the older sibling, which seems to enhance her interest.
The book does not contain a story line. Instead, it is a collection of snapshots of daily life with a baby in the house: Lunch time, getting dressed, going for a walk, bed time, etc. I think this is one of the reasons that it's popular with my daughter. At her age it can be a challenge to sustain focus for a lengthy story. This book doesn't require that, yet allows her to be introduced to the idea of having a baby around her parents along with her, and how they might all do things together.
If your child is 2 or under and you are expecting a new baby, I definitely recommend this book.
The other books all have more text and busier pictures than this one. Although I certainly greatly simplify the text in all of them as we read, there's no other that comes close to holding my daughter's attention as well as "My New Baby". Its text is very simple - no more than 2 short sentences per page. As I saw she liked this book, I began to substitute my daughter's name in for references to the older sibling, which seems to enhance her interest.
The book does not contain a story line. Instead, it is a collection of snapshots of daily life with a baby in the house: Lunch time, getting dressed, going for a walk, bed time, etc. I think this is one of the reasons that it's popular with my daughter. At her age it can be a challenge to sustain focus for a lengthy story. This book doesn't require that, yet allows her to be introduced to the idea of having a baby around her parents along with her, and how they might all do things together.
If your child is 2 or under and you are expecting a new baby, I definitely recommend this book.
41 of 43 people found the following review helpful
Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this book for my grandson to help him get ready for his new baby sister. I loved that it did not make it seem like the baby would be competition but a new addition. It shows the mother breast feeding in a nice discreet way that seems very natural. It helped him prepare for extra time the baby would need but that he is still very important. I highly recommend this book for toddlers expecting a new sibling.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Board book|Amazon Verified Purchase
My 18-month-old chooses this book to be read to him over and over. It has bright, clear pictures and fun text. Even my husband got a laugh out of it when he read it the first time.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great choice for a big sibling
The older sibling is pretty gender neutral, so it could work as a big brother or sister. I love that this book shows the mother nursing the baby (only the back of the baby's head),... Read more
Published 2 days ago by km
3.0 out of 5 stars
Decent transition book to 2nd child
Great book, except some of the pages I re-narrative myself because it's just a lot of questions, my toddler has a hard time connecting the meaning w/all the questions.
Published 3 days ago by Jamie L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
great way to get my toddler ready
My son loves this story and picks it to read all the time. He is blond like the little boy in the story (who could easily be a girl with short hair) and likes to point to the... Read more
Published 24 days ago by Maria Luciana Doherty
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not a lot of wording, but you can ad-lib
Very short and to the point stories, but you can ad in a lot of things, which is great. For example " Why does the baby always drink milk? Read more
Published 27 days ago by Stephani Giovanni
5.0 out of 5 stars
A good introduction
I bought this for my grandson when his new baby brother was about to arrive. It is a nice story that explained his very important role in his family.
Published 29 days ago by DG
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for a 2 yr old
Short, simple sentences and great pictures. Great for my 2 yr old. Lots of happy things to talk about. Gender neutral.
Published 1 month ago by Jehan Abhayaratne
2.0 out of 5 stars
My New Baby
I'm afraid that I'm of the opinion that this isn't a well-written book. The book jumps from one subject to another without bothering to make transitions or to tell a story. Read more
Published 1 month ago by J. Lewis
3.0 out of 5 stars
my daughter likes it
We read it a couple times a week. No real story line to it. Just pictures for you to explain to baby.
Published 1 month ago by Stephanie A. Mckernan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Book for my book grandaughter
I would recommend this book for any soon to be "big sister or brother" . Helps alot with the transition.
Published 1 month ago by Jessica B Meier
4.0 out of 5 stars
great book
Our 19 month old granddaughter loved this book ... she wanted it read to her over and over . Nice thick pages. Read more
Published 2 months ago by julie horn
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