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What to Do When There's a New Baby in the Family

By Cara Goodwin
Series: Big Feelings Books for Toddlers
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Teach toddlers how to express their feelings about a new baby in the family! Toddlers are still learning how to speak, socialise, and react to new things. It's common for them to react with big emotions when a new baby joins the family. What to Do... Read More
Format: Board book
$2100
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Teach toddlers how to express their feelings about a new baby in the family!

Toddlers are still learning how to speak, socialise, and react to new things. It's common for them to react with big emotions when a new baby joins the family. What to Do When There's a New Baby in the Family helps toddlers understand their feelings about having a new sibling and encourages them to be the best big brother or sister they can be!

This colourful board book offers:

What to expect - Kids will learn what might change with a new baby in the house, how to handle feelings like jealousy, and fun ways they can engage the new baby and teach them what they know!

Age-appropriate explanations - The language in this book is kid-friendly and positive, encouraging toddlers to understand and communicate the complicated feelings they might have about their new sibling.

Engaging illustrations - Adorable illustrations on sturdy board book pages help kids see the book's ideas in action!

Help toddlers navigate change and embrace their growing family with What to Do When There's a New Baby in the Family.

Series: Big Feelings Books for Toddlers

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798897170203

Publisher: Callisto Kids

Format: Board book

Date Published: 08 October 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Callisto Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 178.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 24

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About the Author

CARA DAMIANO GOODWIN, PhD, is a psychologist and a mother of three. She has spent years researching child psychology and neuroscience, as well as providing therapy for children of all ages. Find out more at ParentingTranslator.com.

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