If you are pregnant and you already have a Toddler

By now it will already be doing the ground work on  ensuring your Toddler won't feel left out

Toddler talking to bump, Toddler feeling bump move, Toddler help organise baby items .........

You can also

help by making sure the first time they meet is timed to perfection!!

You have just had your brand new baby, you are thrilled, you are excited, you are..........whipped!!!!
Who is the first person you want to see?
Of course its your toddler after all they must be dying to see their new baby brother/sister
But before you open the door and let them rush in.....

Time it Right
Make sure Baby is content and in a crib
That way Toddler can rush right in for a big cuddle with Mummy also the first sighting of the baby isn't with Mum nursing, 

Don't forget
Toddlers view things differently to us.
In their eyes, they have been kept away from Mum, they finally get to see Mum and there she is holding another baby?
Yes to them its still  THEIR MUMMY!!

Put Toddler Needs First
Yes I know, you are dying to show your toddler their sibling
But what if while you have been having baby they have done something exciting too
Listen to your child and hear them out and be interested

Introduce Baby
Show Toddler the baby
Stress they are now the big brother/sister and the baby is looking forward to meeting them
Have a small gift with the baby ready for your toddler and tell them it is from the new baby

Follow your Toddler's Lead
Sometimes, toddlers instinctively want to hold the new baby, sometimes they show little interest at first
Do not push it
Don't read anything into it either if the toddler doesn't show immediate interest in the baby

Relax
If the Toddler can sense you are jumpy and nervous, then you could encourage them to feel the same way

Involve the Toddler
Talk about how you need their help with both practical things such as nappy changing and entertaining also to loving and protecting the new baby

Reassure the Toddler
Lots of Hugs and declarations of love are essential

Its Up to You Now
So the first introduction is over and it went well
What happens next ???
Well, that is up to you.
Never push your toddler away when doing something for the baby
Never show no interest in Toddler when involved with the baby
When Baby is asleep find something nice to do with your toddler, even go and have a nap together

ALL YOUR TODDLER NEEDS TO KNOW IS THAT IF THEY HAVE TO SHARE THEIR MUM FROM NOW, THEN THERE IS STILL PLENTY OF MUM'S LOVE TO GO AROUND