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Resources for Growing Families

KPL has lot of resources to help you and your child/children adjust to the idea and the reality of a new baby joining your family. These materials include sound advice, practical techniques, and gentle stories to help you through the process. Checkout these books and videos/DVDs.

Picture Books
Non-Fiction - Children's
Non-Fiction - Parenting
Videos & DVDs

Picture Books
There's a House Inside My Mommy by Giles Andreae A new baby is coming, and it's waiting in a very special place--in Mommy's tummy house. There the baby grows and kicks, and Mommy eats all kinds of things to feed it. Waiting for Baby by Tom Birdseye A child eagerly awaits the arrival of a new baby in the family. Arthur's Baby by Marc Brown Arthur isn't sure he is happy about the new baby in the family, but when his sister asks for his help in handling the baby, Arthur feels much better. I'm a Big Brother and I’m a Big Sister by Joanna Cole With a child-friendly approach, these books are perfect for young big brothers and sisters. Tips for understanding and responding to an older sibling's special needs are included for parents. Would They Love a Lion? by Kady MacDonald Denton Feeling neglected because of the family's new baby, Anna transforms herself into different animals hoping to be noticed. Baby Comes Home by Debbie Driscoll Baby's first day at home is carefully observed by big sister who shares her reluctance, curiosity, and awe. Hi New Baby! by Robie H. Harris A father recalls his young daughter's first reactions to her new baby brother. Mommy's Lap by Ruth Horowitz To Sophie's distress, her quiet times on Mommy's lap are disrupted by the new baby growing inside Mommy, but once the baby arrives there is room for Sophie on Mommy's lap again. Peter's Chair by Ezra Jack Keats Peter learns to accept the new baby sister in the family in this endearing story of sibling rivalry. Geraldine's Baby Brother by Holly Keller Geraldine resents all the attention her baby brother gets, until she spends some time with him. Welcome With Love by Jenni Overend A family helps Mom deliver her baby at home. Hello Baby! by Lizzy Rockwell A young boy describes how a new baby is growing inside his mommy and tells what it is like when his new sister comes home from the hospital. The New Baby by Fred Rogers Explains the needs of toddlers faced with a new baby in the family and some of the changes and disruptions the baby can cause in the life of an older brother or sister. On Mother's Lap by Ann Herbert Scott Michael loves cuddling in the rocking chair with his mother and his favorite toys. When his baby sister wants to join in, Michael learns that there's enough room--on Mother's lap and in her heart--for all.
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Non-Fiction - Children's
j305.232 Lasky Love that Baby!: A Book about Babies for New Brothers, Sisters, Cousins, and Friends by Kathryn Lasky This book about babies for new big brothers, sisters, cousins, and friends describes how babies look, eat, talk, play, sleep, and more. j305.232 Thoma A Baby's Coming to Your House! by Shelley Moore Thomas This informative book describes all of the changes that are going to happen in their home while mommy is pregnant and when the new baby arrives. j306.875 Cole The New Baby at Your House by Joanna Cole This much-loved classic prepares children for the ups and downs of having a new baby in the house. j618.4 Rosen Mommy's in the Hospital Having a Baby by Maxine B. Rosenberg Describes the care that mothers and babies receive in the hospital and tells children what to expect if they go to visit their new brother or sister. j618.24 Sears Baby on the Way by William Sears, Martha Sears, and Christie Watts Kelly Baby on the Way speaks to every child expecting a new brother or sister, guiding him or her through the waiting process. j649.122 Sears What Baby Needs by William Sears, Martha Sears and Christie Watts Kelly This book tells soon-to-be older siblings about a new baby's needs and demands and suggests ways that they can participate in the baby's care.
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Non-Fiction - Parenting
j649.143 Dunn From One Child to Two: What to expect, how to cope, and how to enjoy your growing family by Judy Dunn The author gives parents all the information, emotional support, and reassurance they need to minimize the conflicts--and relish the joys--of raising two children. 646.78 Lansk Welcoming Your Second Baby by Vicki Lansky Good sibling preparation can minimize jealousy when a new baby is expected. This book lists dozens of tips that will explain everything from where the baby is coming from, adjusting to Mom's hospital stay, to dealing with problems when you bring the new baby home.
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Videos & DVDs
Arthur's Baby Arthur isn't sure he is happy about the new baby in the family, but when his sister asks for his help in handling the baby, Arthur feels much better. [DVD & VHS] Sesame Street. Three Bears and a New Baby The three bears are expecting a new cub in the family, and Baby Bear is having a "wee" bit of trouble adjusting to the new arrival. [DVD] Lizzie and the Baby: The Childbirth for Children Video Introduces children to childbirth. Explains how babies are born and how siblings can help take care of them. [VHS]
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