#2ndborn

[abundance-of-my-heart]

The moment my Hunter Hōkūlani Holt took her first breath my heart was no longer mines. As a mother you still feel responsible for their beating heart long after they have left your body. The very second she took her first breath is also the day I began to forever hold mines❣️

[doulacollective]

Tips on “Keeping the Calm” When Your Family is Growing!

By Morgan

Pregnant with or planning on a second, third or forth baby!?!  Well, it is definitely a shift in dynamic, a whole lot more love and a sometimes a wee bit of an adjustment for the current babe(s) of the family.  Here are a few tips to help ease the adjustment.

Seek their help & make it a team effort

From grabbing a fresh diaper, to picking the babes outfit for the day.  Asking their advice and making it seem like you couldn't possibly take care of the new baby without their help, it keeps them involved and feeling rather important.

Bond time with the new baby

Having older siblings sing, read and talk to the new baby about anything and everything is just win-win all around.  Sibling bonds develop in the most beautiful unexpected moments of an ordinary day.

Watch your wording

Referring to your newborn as their new brother or sister rather than “the baby”. It is a subtle way to reinforce the importance of their new role and their relationship.

Listening and Empathizing  

Talking to your little ones about their feelings about the new baby.  Recognize the changes that are happening and how it may make your older kids feel. Giving them one-on-one time whenever possible makes a world of difference.

Plan Ahead

Having the current babes of the family set up for the new arrival.  From the room, shopping for supplies, clothes etc.  Explaining to them how things will change in routine.  Having them understand the needs of a new baby.  A good tool to have is a special box of toys or books that are only played with and looked at when the new baby is feeding.  

A growing family is a wonderful thing.  Although it can seem challenging at the time, implementing some of the tips listed above can not only increase connectedness with your child but also help with a smooth transition!

[ispeakofloveandpoetry]

"With God all things are possible." It was a long and tough journey, but we made it! ❤ Let me share with you our journey with the Lord during my pregnancy. 😊🙏 This is a journey where I can fully testify how God works miraculously and proves that if we just lay our trust in Him 100% He won't and never ever fail us. He will always provide, sustain and bless us abundantly in a way we never expected. Full story on my facebook account.😊❤🙏 September 03, 2021 #ThallisJourney #PuffnPuddin #PromotedToMomAndDad #LaFamiliaFama #2ndborn #Twinflame #🔥 https://www.instagram.com/p/CTvXCfxvoGg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[rqlalcr16]

Hello Caleb Angelus 🤗 my newborn nephew - Gelo & Challein's son 💙 and It happened that Gelo is Tatay's godson 💙 #CalebAngelus #2ndborn (at Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTo_FfdJK4u/?utm_medium=tumblr

[ysbycazz]

My little shadow loves being in pictures and often demands (in her chipmunk voice) to have one then of her. . . . #MissAliza #princesswarrior #photobomber #sopretty #2ndborn https://www.instagram.com/p/CEoNX4YBsex/?igshid=m26uf4w80y4p

[freshfocusco-blog]

Happy 2nd birthday to my evil demon baby. Daddy love you so much and cant wait to see what the future your craziness brings to us. #lifeofsavannahjamesgarcia #garciagirl #Garciababy #babygirl #2ndborn #2ndbirthday #birthdaygirl #babyfreshfocus #babyfreshnumber2 (at Montclair, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-oDvw7gBQ7/?igshid=15w2l5oxsbfut

[esawuor83-blog]

#WCW Fall in love with someone who is both your safe place and your biggest adventure. #2020Pursuit #bigsister 🤗 #2ndBorn 🥰 (at Jomo Kenyatta Airport International Departure) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9Tv0zXgxFzNhUF6_uhKCWmU_0EZL309diVeY40/?igshid=kx8yuwjsnnv5

[esawuor83-blog]

Feelings are just visitors, let them come and go. Blessed birthday, Beryl 🙏🏽! #2020Pursuit #2ndBorn 🥰 #1stBornGeneration 🤗 https://www.instagram.com/p/B8g2ljdgQ_Y1ZwYcmo0M-aCTGmDrVWKZknpcg80/?igshid=1rdl5hudiy5rd