When a new baby arrives, everything changes! This is especially true for the child who used to be the baby.
As an OB/GYN and a mom of three, I’ve seen this moment up close. In clinic rooms. In hospital beds. In my own living room.
The clinginess. The tantrums. The brave face that melts into quiet tears at bedtime. It’s not just “a phase”—it’s grief.
And science backs that up.
A study in the Infant Mental Health Journal found that after the birth of a sibling, children often experience more emotional outbursts, behavioral regressions, and anxiety—not because something is wrong with them, but because their world has shifted overnight.
“The birth of a sibling… is associated with an increase in behavioral and emotional difficulties.”
— Volling, 2017; Infant Mental Health Journal
But the answer isn’t to “correct” the behavior.
The answer is connection.
That’s why I wrote A New Baby for Our Family—not just as a book, but as a bridge.
A soft place to land for little hearts trying to find where they now belong.
It’s a way to gently say:
👉 “It’s okay to feel unsure.”
👉 “It’s okay to be upset.”
👉 “And no, you are not being replaced.”
Watch the Trailer
Take a moment to watch the trailer below. It’s a glimpse into the heart of this story—and the reassurance it offers to every big sibling navigating change.
“Because even the strongest little hearts need to know… they’re still someone’s baby.”
📘 Ready to share this story with your child?
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Child psychologist Dr. Laura Markham puts it best:
“Helping your child express their complicated emotions is the best way to help them heal and adapt. Acknowledging their feelings—through conversation or stories—builds resilience and trust.”
That’s exactly what this story is meant to do.
It gives children the words they may not know how to say.
It gives parents the reassurance that they’re not failing—their child is just feeling.
It creates a moment to pause, connect, and heal together.
And the American Academy of Pediatrics encourages this kind of preparation:
“Reading books about babies and siblings before the birth can help your child understand and prepare… When they feel included and informed, the transition is less scary.”
— HealthyChildren.org
💛 And here’s something I hope you never forget:
Bringing a new baby into your family isn’t taking something away from your older child—it’s giving them something deeply meaningful.
Yes, the transition can be messy. Emotional. Loud. But you are not traumatizing your child. You are expanding their world. You’re giving them a lifelong companion. Someone to teach, to fight with, to laugh with, to grow alongside. You’re giving them the gift of knowing they’re not alone in this world.
Research shows that, over time, siblings enrich each other’s lives. They boost empathy, deepen social skills, and build resilience. And when parents walk that journey with intention—offering love, space, and stories—the sibling bond becomes one of life’s greatest blessings.
So take a breath. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re doing something brave and beautiful.
And your child will grow because of it.
If your family is growing—or just grew—this book might be the quiet tool you didn’t know you needed. Not for the baby. But for the big sibling trying so hard to be “okay.”
🎥 Watch the trailer.
📖 Read the story together.
💛 Share it with the little one whose world is changing, too.
👉 Order your copy on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3YWYkMa
🖍️ Also available: an accompanying Coloring Book ( https://amzn.to/3YSR0RM ) and Activity Book ( https://amzn.to/3YSR0RM) —perfect for helping big siblings process their feelings while having fun.
(As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support).
Dr. T