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Noah and the New Baby

by Sharie Coombes

Book Details

Publisher:Igloo Books
Published:2020-04-07
Pages:26
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:0-3

About This Book

Noah and Mom play together all the time, until the new baby arrives. Join Noah as he learns to love his new little playmate, discovering that adventures are just as grand with three. Noah and the New Baby is part of a series of storybooks developed and co-written by Dr. Sharie Coombes, Child and Family Psychotherapist. These books contain advice and reassurance for children and parents managing common childhood worries.

Our Review

This gentle story addresses the common childhood experience of welcoming a new sibling, capturing Noah's journey from having his mother's undivided attention to navigating life with a newborn. The narrative thoughtfully validates a child's feelings of displacement while gradually introducing the positive aspects of becoming a big brother. Developed by a child and family psychotherapist, the book provides a supportive framework for discussing this major family change, making it an excellent resource for preparing a toddler for a new baby's arrival.

What sets this book apart is its therapeutic foundation, offering both children and parents a shared vocabulary for complex emotions like jealousy and adjustment. The reassuring tone helps normalize a toddler's mixed feelings, showing that initial uncertainty can blossom into a loving sibling relationship. Families expecting another child will find this story opens important conversations about family dynamics and belonging, ultimately providing comfort and a positive outlook on growing a family.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction