Parent like a pro: how to prepare for baby #2   

 Your second baby is nearly here! And you’ve got this, right? We thought so. But remember: your family has changed since the last time you introduced a little one into the mix. As always, Joolz has your back. Here are some helpful hints on how to welcome your second baby that will make parenting twice as nice. 

The stuff of success 

Let’s be real--you’ve done (and rocked!) this all before. So, it will come as no surprise that the better prepared you are for Baby #2, the smoother the transition will go for the rest of your family. The good news? You’ve already got most of the baby items you need in the house! You may need extras or upgrades, though. For example: the Joolz Geo3 can easily turn into a stroller for 2, allowing both kids to enjoy the ride. Or, for a more low-key solution, most Joolz rides accommodate the footboard, making room for big bro or sis to hop on and off whenever they want.  

Be gentle with yourself 

Anybody who’s chased a toddler around knows how exhausting it can be. But doing it while 8 months pregnant…that’s a whole different level. And that’s just the physical toll it can take. You’re also dealing with worries about dividing your time between your firstborn and the new baby, making sure they both get what they need. Just remember: mum deserves a break, too. Need to give your toddler a little extra screentime so you can relax a bit? That’s perfectly fine. It’s common to have new concerns and to change your habits a bit the second time around. 

Introducing 2 future BFFs 

How do you know when it’s the right time for your firstborn to meet the new baby? Most experts recommend around the time of hospital discharge or shortly after returning home. You want to be somewhat recovered from the birth so that you can enjoy this uniquely joyful moment to the max. And how to start the conversation is fairly simple. Talk about the baby’s features, showing your firstborn their tiny hands, nose and feet to create curiosity and demonstrate how gentle the baby must be treated. After that, you can move on to even more fun stuff, like how your firstborn is on a team now, and is slated to become your newborn’s best friend for life. 



New rhythms and routines 

We know you have the 1-child game down pat. But with Baby #2 comes a whole new playbook. Rhythms and routines change when you have a toddler and a newborn but establishing them early and with as much positive energy as you can muster is important. Remember, you’ve got this! Doing things at approximately the same time each day helps. Adding a special “big sibling” moment to the daily calendar is also a great tip—like giving them a small baby job such as picking out baby’s outfit. Whatever your new routine looks like, ensuring that every member of the family feels involved, loved and valued is priority #1. The rest is just logistics, and what works best for you. 

Now that you’re even more of a parenting pro, we wish you nothing but happiness, health and amazing times with your new little family here at the Parent Hideout.