Mommy’s Expecting: Tips and Tricks for Telling Your Child a Sibling is on the Way

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So the great news is you’re expecting again. Now you have to break the news to your other children, but when is the right time and what’s the best way to go about it? Here are some creative and loving ideas about when and how to tell your child you’re having a baby.

How Long Should You Wait?

How long you should wait, largely depends on your how old your child is. Here’s a guide to help you decide when it’s best to share your exciting news.

• Your one-year-old: A young toddler will have difficulty understanding that there’s a baby growing inside your belly. At this age, your child won’t realize she’s about to have a brother or sister until she sees him or her. If your child is already starting to talk you can play pretend mommy-baby games so they will start to get an idea of the baby before the birth.
• Your two-three-year old: An older toddler will probably begin to notice you’re pregnant around your third trimester, so this is probably a good time to announce your news. By engaging play you can tell your child that they will soon have a brother or sister and explain what changes this will bring.

• Your four-plus-year-old: It’s a good idea to wait until after the first trimester when the risk of miscarriage has subsided and you’re starting to show. At this age, you can share your prenatal scans with your child so that they can better understand that you have a baby growing in your tummy. Pick the right time to tell, and make sure you let your family and friends know at the same time because your youngster will find it very hard to keep the great news a secret.

Fun Ways to Tell Your Kids That You’re Pregnant

These fun ways will make it easier for you to break the news to your kids and easier for them to understand what will be happening over the coming months.

A Letter From Baby: This is a cute idea and it’s a sure way to get your children excited about the coming arrival. In the letter have your baby introduce his or herself by name and express how much he or she is looking forward to finally meeting her brothers and sisters.

Treasure Hunt: Leave your kids fun clues around the house

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