📖 Overview
My New Baby follows a toddler's experience of welcoming a new sibling into the family. The simple illustrations depict everyday moments as the family adjusts to life with an infant.
The book uses minimal text to show various interactions between family members. These scenes include feeding time, diaper changes, and quiet moments at home.
This board book addresses common emotions and questions that arise when a child becomes an older sibling. The straightforward presentation and focus on routine situations make it accessible for very young children who are experiencing similar changes in their own families.
👀 Reviews
Parents report this board book helps prepare toddlers for a new sibling, showing realistic daily scenes of life with a baby. Readers say the simple illustrations keep young children engaged.
Liked:
- Short, straightforward text suits 1-3 year olds
- Shows bottle and breastfeeding, making it inclusive
- Depicts different emotions toddlers experience
- Durable board book format
- Diverse family representation
Disliked:
- Some found it too basic with minimal story
- A few noted lack of clear messaging about siblings
- Several mentioned wanting more text/explanation
Ratings:
Amazon: 4.7/5 (2,800+ reviews)
Goodreads: 4.1/5 (380+ ratings)
Reader comments:
"Perfect for helping my 2-year-old understand the new baby" - Amazon reviewer
"Wish it addressed feelings of jealousy more directly" - Goodreads reviewer
"The pictures sparked great conversations with my toddler" - Goodreads reviewer
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The New Small Person by Lauren Child A picture book portrays a child's experience of gaining a younger sibling from pregnancy through infancy.
Babies Don't Eat Pizza by Dianne Danzig The text provides information about babies and what to expect when one joins the family.
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🤔 Interesting facts
🍼 This board book is part of a series designed to help toddlers adjust to becoming older siblings, alongside companion titles "Waiting for Baby" and "You and Me!"
👶 The simple, realistic illustrations show multicultural families, making the book relatable to a diverse audience of young children.
📚 Board books like "My New Baby" are specifically engineered to withstand rough handling by toddlers, with sturdy pages coated in special materials that resist drool and tearing.
🌟 Rachel Fuller has illustrated over 100 children's books throughout her career, specializing in books for the youngest readers.
💡 The book addresses common toddler concerns about new siblings without using words, allowing children to discuss their observations and feelings in their own way.