Episode 17
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How do I introduce my baby to their siblings?
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Episode 1
How does my baby grow and develop in their first year?
How does my baby grow and develop in their first year?
4 mins
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Episode 2
What are the developmental milestones for 1 - 4 months?
What are the developmental milestones for 1 - 4 months?
5 mins
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Episode 3
What are the developmental milestones for 4 - 7 months?
What are the developmental milestones for 4 - 7 months?
6 mins
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Episode 4
What are the developmental milestones for 8 - 12 months?
What are the developmental milestones for 8 - 12 months?
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Episode 5
Should I be massaging my baby?
Should I be massaging my baby?
5 mins
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Episode 6
Will my baby's eyes change colour?
Will my baby's eyes change colour?
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Episode 7
When will my baby have a growth spurt?
When will my baby have a growth spurt?
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Episode 8
When do babies get their first tooth?
When do babies get their first tooth?
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Episode 9
When can my baby hold their head up?
When can my baby hold their head up?
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Episode 10
How important is tummy time?
How important is tummy time?
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Episode 11
When does my baby start grasping?
When does my baby start grasping?
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Episode 12
When should my baby start rolling over?
When should my baby start rolling over?
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Episode 13
When should my baby sit up?
When should my baby sit up?
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Episode 14
When should my baby crawl?
When should my baby crawl?
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Episode 15
When should my baby stand up?
When should my baby stand up?
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Episode 16
When should my baby walk?
When should my baby walk?
3 mins
Episode 17
How do I introduce my baby to their siblings?
How do I introduce my baby to their siblings?
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Episode 18
How can non-breastfeeding partners bond with their baby without a bottle?
How can non-breastfeeding partners bond with their baby without a bottle?
4 mins
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Episode 19
When will my baby smile?
When will my baby smile?
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Episode 20
How do I make my baby laugh?
How do I make my baby laugh?
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Episode 21
How long should babies suck their thumb?
How long should babies suck their thumb?
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Episode 22
Should my baby use a dummy?
Should my baby use a dummy?
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Episode 23
Does my baby recognise me?
Does my baby recognise me?
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Episode 24
Is my baby extra sensitive?
Is my baby extra sensitive?
4 mins
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Episode 25
Can I teach my baby to read?
Can I teach my baby to read?
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Episode 26
Is the Mozart effect real?
Is the Mozart effect real?
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Episode 27
What effect does the environment have on a baby’s cognitive and sensory development?
What effect does the environment have on a baby’s cognitive and sensory development?
5 mins
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Episode 28
Is screen time good or bad for my baby?
Is screen time good or bad for my baby?
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Episode 29
How do I understand and recognise emotions in my baby?
How do I understand and recognise emotions in my baby?
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Episode 30
Can I spoil my baby by holding them too much?
Can I spoil my baby by holding them too much?
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Episode 31
How does responsive and sensitive caregiving support healthy attachment and bonding?
How does responsive and sensitive caregiving support healthy attachment and bonding?
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Episode 32
What is the importance of parent-baby communication and interaction?
What is the importance of parent-baby communication and interaction?
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Episode 33
Why is playing games with my baby important?
Why is playing games with my baby important?
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Episode 34
What can I do with my baby outside?
What can I do with my baby outside?
5 mins
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Episode 35
Should I sign my baby up for swimming lessons?
Should I sign my baby up for swimming lessons?
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On our Baby Development Journey, we look at how to introduce your baby to their siblings.
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Involving your toddler in caring for their new sibling can help them feel involved and valued, and foster a strong bond between the two. Here are some ways that your toddler can help you look after your baby:
1) Simple tasks: Encourage your toddler to assist with simple tasks such as fetching diapers, wipes, or toys for the baby. This can help them feel involved and important in caring for their sibling.
2) Reading to the baby: Encourage your toddler to read or sing to the baby. This can help the baby relax and be soothed, and can also help the toddler develop their language and literacy skills.
3) Help with feeding: If your baby is old enough for solid foods, your toddler can help with feeding by passing the spoon, or even feeding the baby with a little help from you.
4) Playtime: Encourage your toddler to play with the baby under your supervision. This can help the baby develop their social and emotional skills, and can also be a fun activity for the toddler.
5) Comfort: Your toddler can help comfort the baby when they are crying by patting their back, or singing a lullaby. This can help the baby feel soothed and comforted, and can also help the toddler develop empathy and emotional intelligence.
It's important to note that involving your toddler in caring for their new sibling should be age-appropriate and done with supervision. By involving your toddler in caring for the baby, you can help foster a strong bond between them and also help your toddler develop important skills and emotional intelligence.