Preparing Your Child For A New Baby

A pregnant mom reading to her daughter.

The run up to a new family member can be exciting, scary, and confusing, all at the same time. In this short video, our early childhood experts Rachel and Claire share tips to navigate the transition.

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Listener Questions: Helping Children with Big Emotions: Whether you’re preparing for a new baby, answering complicated questions, or encountering defiance from a toddler, it’s important to give yourself grace. Guiding your children through these moments will not only help them build resilience and understanding, but will ensure they know you’re there for them no matter how tricky life may get.

Sibling Rivalry: From understanding the root causes of sibling rivalry to promoting cooperation and empathy - in this podcast episode, Rachel & Claire navigate the intricacies of sibling relationships and explore effective strategies to foster harmony among the children in your home.

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About the Author
Rachel Robertson
Chief Academic Officer
As Chief Academic Officer at Bright Horizons, Rachel leads the education, curriculum, and field learning & development teams, contributing to the development of young children, and employees who teach early childhood education. Rachel is host of the Bright Horizons parenting podcast, Teach, Play, Love: Parenting Advice for the Early Years.
A pregnant mom reading to her daughter.

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