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It’s vital to talk to your child about the arrival of a sibling in advance but when you do it is your choice. Most importantly, it’s best that you talk to them before someone walks up to your child and says, “Aren’t you excited about having a new baby brother or sister?”.
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Most kids have their mothers take care of them and be a major part of their everyday lives. This is especially true for toddlers who are in transitional learning phases like going from sleeping with parents to into their own bed and potty training. So, to ease your stress before the newborn comes, start attacking the big issues that would require 100 percent of your attention as a mom.
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Feeding bottles can be easily reused by replacing the nipples with new ones. The same goes for clothes. Even if you have a son and a daughter, you can use most of the clothes, especially during infancy. Everyone knows that raising a child, let alone two, can get expensive. So adopting some key money-saving hacks can help a lot.
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So you already know what to expect during childbirth, whether it is a vaginal birth or C-section. Yes, all labours and deliveries are different. But the second time, you will be able to read the cues and signals your body sends you better.
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When going baby shopping, include your firstborn and hear out their suggestions. Ask for advice on which stroller looks fun, what toys to choose and even clothing. Getting your firstborn involved in the process will make them realize that they are an important, contributing member of the family and that the life of the new sibling is something they should be part of.
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Who is accompanying you to the hospital? Who will be taking care of your firstborn? All and many more such questions need to be figured out beforehand. This stands true when you arrive home with the newborn as well. Pick people you trust and your firstborn is comfortable with whilst you are in the hospital.
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This is a must when you have more than one child. Children desperately need quality time alone with their parents to feel loved and secure. Investing in regular quality time with your child can help them feel so much more settled, less stressed, more secure, confident, and more cooperative.
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Studies show that milk comes in easier for your second baby than your first, so you may feel it’s worth trying. The body knows the lactation process once so it is generally easier to breastfeed the second time around.
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Women who have battled postpartum depression in one pregnancy are more at risk for its return in a later pregnancy. So, naturally, many moms wonder if having a second child is worth it. And if you thankfully did not experience it the first time, it is always a good idea to be ready.
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Second pregnancies can feel different from the first. You may find you have different symptoms after becoming pregnant with a second child. You might feel like the bump gets bigger sooner, probably because your stomach muscles have already been stretched out once before. Or that you can feel the baby ‘kick’ or ‘move’ sooner
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