Emily's New Sister - understanding pregnancy just for kids!

 

Emily and pet Emily's New Sister

Hi, my name is Emily.
That's my family over there. I have a little brother named Josh and this is my dog... his name is Flanders.

Emily's Scrapbook

Emily's scrapbook

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A few days after my surprise birthday party, Mommy and Daddy told me our family would have another surprise, a new baby. With my parent's help, I made a colorful scrapbook describing what happened while we waited for the baby to arrive. Click the picture to see my scrapbook.

My New Sister (or Brother)

If you're like me, I had a lot of questions about the new baby. Click a picture below to learn more with me.

 

Where Do Babies Come From?

Where Do Babies Come From?

How Big is the Baby?

How Big is the Baby?

Will the Baby be a Boy or Girl?

Will the Baby be a Boy or Girl?

How Does the Baby Eat and Breathe?

How Does the Baby Eat and Breathe?

How Does the Baby Come Out?

How Does the Baby Come Out?

Games - Come Play with Me

Here are some fun games for you to play.

Family Campout

Family Campout
This is my family. If you would like to meet them, click the picture.

Percy's Portrait Palace

Percy's Portrait Palace
I wondered if our new baby would look like Mommy or Daddy. To find out, click the picture.

Amazing Memory Game

Amazing Memory Game
Here's a game I can't wait to play with my new baby sister or brother. If you'd like to play with me, click the picture.

Tinkertot

Tinkertot
I wonder.... will the new baby have lots of hair, big ears or blue eyes? I can't wait to find out. To play a fun "dress-up" game, click the picture.


Review Date: 2/20/2007
Reviewed By: Douglas A. Levine, MD, Gynecology Service, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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