So You Want to Talk About....: The New Baby

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. Ideal for young children who are awaiting the arrival of a younger sibling. Illustrations.

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.

Kyle misses his time on Mother's lap while she is pregnant but is happy when the birth of his baby brother makes her lap available again.

There's a baby growing inside Mom's tummy At one month he's a teeny, tiny blob. At two months he's the size of half a piece of chewing gum. And at three months he's only as big as Mom's thumb Keep track of the changes in Mom, and watch the baby grow as the pages get bigger.With humor and insight, Kes Gray and Sarah Nayler provide answers to the questions older siblings have when there's a new baby on the way. Baby on Board will relax, entertain, and educate future big brothers and sisters.

The riotously funny Lilly, last seen in Chester's Way (Greenwillow), thinks her new baby brother, Julius, is disgusting -- if he was a number, he would be zero. But when Cousin Garland dares to criticize Julius, Lilly bullies her into loudly admiring Julius as the baby of the world.Lilly knows her baby brother is nothing but dreadful -- until she claims him for her own. "Henkes displays a deep understanding of sibling rivalry and a child's fragile self-esteem....Lilly is a superb and timely heroine." -- Publishers Weekly. "

Peter learns to accept the new baby sister in the family. Keats' skillful and imaginative use of collage creates a picture book that delights the eye and wins the heart.

Amy is thrilled that Mom is expecting a baby, but Ben doesn't like the idea of a new sibling. Ben's discovery that being a big brother can be fun will help allay the anxieties that young children often experience on the arrival of a new sibling.

“Ma! there’s nothing to do here!” complains the precocious protagonist of this rhyming tale set entirely in utero. It’s not exactly a scintillating experience spending nine months in your mother’s womb. You’re just stuck there at the end of that dumb bungee cord (a.k.a. the umbilical cord), with nothing whatsoever to do but slosh around. But, oh, the endless joys you have to look forward to as you listen to the tick-tock of ma’s happy heart clock and await that happy day when you finally come out to play.

Celebrating the warm and loving bond between mammal mamas and their babies, this lushly illustrated, lyrical book shows little ones doing what comes naturally- nursing. A perfect choice for cuddling up with a breast-feeding child or the older sibling who wonders how the new baby gets fed. A tender look at humans and animals breast-feeding in their natural habitats. Promotes infant health and attachment parenting. A thoughtful, supportive gift for new and soon-to-be moms. Fascinating nursing facts included- Kangaroo milk is pink! Calf elephants may nurse up to 5 years!

Big kids Anna and Oliver give young readers the inside scoop on what to expect when a new baby is expected. In a fresh picture book/comic style,Ready, Set . . . Babyoffers up a funny, loving, reassuring peek into life as a big brother or sister--with solid information, kid-friendly humor, and even tips for parents on how to help kids thrive when the new baby arrives.

In this story, Kate - a new big sister - explains her feelings of being left out and forgotten when her baby brother Daniel arrives. She experiences the typical confusion and mixed emotions that result from having to share her parents with a new and demanding sibling. But with wit and a resourceful nature, Kate explores her new role and achieves the confidence to embrace her little brother. Includes a ""Note to Parents"" by psychologist and author Jane Annunziata, PsyD.

"Uncluttered, well crafted watercolors... enhance the straight-forward text...fresh books about new siblings are always welcome". -- School Library Journal

Max does everything he can think of to encourage his new sibling to be born. He talks to his mommy's tummy, sings to it, plays his drum for it, but nothing seems to work. Max is convinced that this baby will never arrive ... until the day finally comes when Daddy takes Mommy to the hospital. Harriet Ziefert has written a delightful story about the anticipation of a new arrival. Expectant parents will want to read it with their children, and soon-to-be older siblings are sure to identify with Max. Best of all, there's a gift in the back of the book for the big brother or sister to give to the new baby: a nursery door hanger with two important messages: "Shhhh! Baby sleeping" and "Come in! Baby awake."