"I'm a Big Brother" Gifts
The arrival of a new baby can be both exciting and confusing for the older brother, especially if he was previously an only child. The celebration and gifts surrounding the new baby can cause the older son to feel excluded and unimportant. Giving him a small gift that proudly declares, "I'm a Big Brother" can help him feel included and enthusiastic about his new role.
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Scrapbook
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An, "I'm a Big Brother" scrapbook is a creative and entertaining gift for an older boy of 6 or 7 years old. The Big Brother scrapbook is different from the standard infant version because it allows him to chronicle events and memories related to being a big brother from his own perspective. Read the product descriptions to determine which scrapbook would be best for the boy's age. Some Big Brother scrapbooks include adhesive-backed pages for photos and mementos, while others have space for drawing pictures and attaching photos. Companies like Etsy and Wear Me Out Kids sell different versions of a scrapbook with a cover title reading, "I'm a Big Brother."
T-Shirt
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A t-shirt that announces "I'm a Big Brother" reminds everyone he meets of his new and important position. Wearing this shirt not only reminds the boy of his special role, but also encourages those around him to recognize, and hopefully commend him for, his new job. "I'm a Big Brother," t-shirts come in a variety of colors and sizes. Some companies also allow you personalize the t-shirt by including the boy's name so the phrase reads, "I'm Charlie, and I'm a Big Brother."
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Storybook
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Storybooks are a helpful way to expose a young boy to the joys and challenges of being a big brother. Books like "I'm a Big Brother" by Joanna Cole, "I'm a New Big Brother" by Nora Gaydos or "I'm Going to be a Big Brother" by Brenda Bercum each tell stories about becoming a big brother from characters of different ages. This is a great gift for a soon-to-be big brother at a baby shower or shortly after the baby arrives.
Big Brother Pin
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An pin reading "I'm a Big Brother," allows the boy to place this joyful announcement on any of his clothes. Since he can't always wear the Big Brother t-shirt, the pin offers a solidly mobile backup. Buy two or three pins so the older boy can put one his jacket and one on his backpack or wherever he chooses. Each pin costs approximately $5 and is available at any major baby store or children's shop online.
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