How to Help Your Toddler Adjust to a New Baby
It’s a strange mix – joy, exhaustion, and even loss. You’ve just brought a new baby home… but instead of soaking in the newborn bubble, you’re watching your toddler unravel. More tantrums. More clinginess. Suddenly, they want to be rocked, held, and even breast-fed “like the baby.”
Here’s the truth we don’t say out loud often enough: Becoming a big sibling is a big emotional shift. And moms often carry the emotional weight for everyone.
You might be wondering:
- How do I help my older child adjust without feeling like I’m neglecting the baby—or vice versa?
- Is this regression normal?
- Will things ever feel calm again?
They will. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. I created a gentle, practical guide called “Helping Your Family Adjust to a New Baby” for moms who want to support everyone in the house during this transition, especially themselves.
Inside, you’ll get:
- Age-appropriate ways to prepare your toddler before baby arrives
- Sensory play ideas that help children express big feelings
- Easy scripts and play-based strategies to encourage sibling bonding
- Tips to maintain routines, reduce regression, and create a sense of safety
- Guidance for moms and nannies on how to share the load during this season
You’ll also learn how to carve out simple one-on-one moments with your older child (even just five minutes counts), and how to use visual routines and pretend play to build emotional readiness for their new role.
Because welcoming a baby doesn’t mean losing your older child. It’s a delicate dance and with patience and support, your family can find a beautiful new rhythm.
