Adding a new baby to the family can be an exciting time for everyone involved. However, it can sometimes offer challenges for older siblings, especially those who have been the only child before.
Even children who are over-the-moon excited about a new sibling can have some anxious feelings about such a big change.
Sometimes a little gift can help to ease the transition and remind the big sister that she is still just as special, but she just has a new role at home. You can surprise your daughter with these items when you make the announcement that you’re pregnant or anytime leading up to the birth.
I’m actually going to give my daughter her “Big Sister Gift” as soon as we get home from the hospital with the new baby. I’ll have it all wrapped up and hidden away before we deliver of course, but then I can tell her that the new baby brought it especially for her.
Big Sister Gifts When Having a New Baby
Help the soon-to-be big sister ease her anxiety and step into her role with excitement with these adorable big sister gifts!
I am a Big Sister Book
A great way to prepare big sister and help her feel recognized and loved in the process of welcoming a new baby is to gift her with a book all about the process! Once she reads through this, she’ll know exactly how to handle her new role.
Baby Doll Set
Big sister will love doting on her new baby just like mommy is doing with baby sister. A baby doll set with all the accessories will help big sister feel connected to mommy during this big transition.
Big and Little Toys
Imagine your daughter’s face when she is handed one of these beautiful Luxury Classic soft toys to tell her she is going to be big sister and with a matching little sister toy to match this gift is perfect.
Personalized Crayons
This wonderful set of crayons would be a perfect gift for any big sister. Let them know they are going to be a big sister with this or use it as a gift to give them when the baby is born.
Big Sister Apron
Help your little one be prepared to assist with the new baby with this adorable apron. She can carry around diapers, wipes, pacifier, blankets, and anything else that the new baby will need help with!
Baby Doll Accessories
Speaking of baby dolls, big sister will of course want all the accessories just like mommy. Giving big sister baby doll accessories that mimic the accessories mommy is using for baby will help her feel excited about caring for her baby just like mommy does.
Big Sister Necklace
If you have a little girl who loves to dress up with plenty of jewelry, this makes a great big sister gift. Your little one will love sporting this necklace that shows the world she is now a proud big sister.
Big Sister/Little Brother Outfit
Expecting a baby brother? These matching outfits for big sister and little brother would make any big sister proud.
Big Sister/Little Sister Outfit
These adorable big sister/little sister outfits will have you daughter excited to dress up for the big day – and will also make for some amazing photos.
Big Sister Crown
This three-piece gift set is a unique way to make big sister feel special. The set includes a storybook about being “crowned” a big sister, a child-sized crown, and a big sister doll with a matching crown. If your daughter already thinks she’s a princess, this will make her feel so special!
A Fun Camera
As a new big sister there will be plenty of moments your daughter will want to capture. Allow her to do this on her own with a camera just for her!
A Doll Carrier Just Like Mom Uses
If you are a baby wearer – your little girl would probably love to be to! Allow her to carry her own baby doll by gifting her her very own Ergo baby doll carrier.
Her Own Tablet
After a new baby is born- you could use all the help you can get, and this tablet would be a perfect gift for any new big sister. If they’ve been really wanting their own, this makes a great gift and will also help you to keep them occupied during feedings and diaper changes.
Big Sister Princess Set
Expecting a new addition to the family? Get your oldest excited too with this big sister gift set! It includes a princess cape, felt crown, sticker water bottle, cards, and a small bag. Perfect for your little princess.
Big Sibling Kit
Make big sisters feel important and get them excited about their new baby sibling with an adorable plush baby and safety/medical equipment to help them really step into the role of big sister/protector. If they’re really into Doc McStuffins right now, this would be a great big sister gift!
Big Sister Coloring Book
Give big sister something to do while waiting for her new sibling to be born. This big sister coloring book will make a perfect gift for any new big sister.
You’re The Biggest Book
This big sister book is a perfect book for a new sibling celebrating their role as “the biggest” following the arrival of a new baby. There is even space for you to write a personal message in the front of this book.
Big Sister Teddy Bear
If you are looking for a gift for baby to gift big sister than this gift is perfect. Big sister will love cuddling this new teddy that her baby sister picked just for her.
Big Sibling Activity Box
Your soon-to-be big sister will have fun measuring Mom’s tummy, pondering about the baby’s weight & hair color, as well as hearing stories about when they were a baby with these activity tokens designed specifically for them.
Journal
A Celebratory Journal for a New Big Sister or Brother is here to help a big sibling-to-be get creative and make big plans as they welcome a new baby. This is for older children who can actually use a journal. They can play games, write, draw, and color to express their feelings.
Your soon-to-be big sister of the family will be even more excited than before to welcome their new sibling with one of these amazing big sister gifts. Which will you choose?
Marissa is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist turned stay-at-home mom who loves sharing her tips, tricks, and ideas for navigating motherhood. Her days are filled starting tickle wars and dance parties with three energetic toddlers and wondering how long she can leave the house a mess until her husband notices. When she doesn’t have her hands full of children, she enjoys a glass (or 3) of wine, reality tv, and country music. In addition to blogging about all things motherhood, she sells printables on Etsy and has another website, teachinglittles.com, for kid’s activity ideas.
