What Older Siblings Need to Be Told

Check into a big sibling class at your hospital. Not only will the class give your little one some basic information about babies, but most include a tour of the hospital, so he or she can see where mom will be after the baby is born in advance. Also, use story time as an opportunity to get your tot used to the idea that a new baby is on the way. There are tons of great books about bringing new babies home, but some of our favorites include:

• Ruby's Baby Brother
• Baby's Don't Eat Pizza
• My New Baby
• How to Be a Baby . . . by Me, the Big Sister
• Best-Ever Big Brother