how to transition from 1 to 2 kids | tips that are *actually* helpful (2 under 2)

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Published 2023-03-23
Over the past 5 months I've been keeping a note in my phone with all of the things that ACTUALLY helped us transition from having 1 to 2 kids - specifically 2 under 2. I hope that what was helpful in my experience can help you second time mamas, too! The adjustment can be a challenge for sure but you're also about to experience double the joy! ❤️

This video is in collaboration with my lovely friend Megan Acuna! Check out her video here:    • WHAT I WISH I HAD KNOW ABOUT TRANSITI...   / ‪@MeganAcuna‬

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All Comments (21)
  • Are you expecting your second baby soon?! Share your due date down below! 🥰👏🏻 Also - if you've already done the 1-2 transition, please feel free to share any other tips you found helpful in the comments section. I'm sure another mama would LOVE to hear what helped you, too!
  • @JordanBuddha
    As a dad, being told at the end of the video that I’m a good mum felt like a big compliment 😂
  • @ksenia5199
    I’m so pregnant that this entire video made me cry. You talk about this transition in such a beautiful way. This video changed my mindset from scared to excited.
  • @alexysc9305
    Just found out I’m 2 months pregnant and my first baby just turned 1, I feel like a horrible person because I’m having a hard time accepting it and feeling happy about this unexpected pregnancy. I’m mainly sad because I really wanted more time to enjoy my daughter for a few more years. Trying to change my mindset and think that this is my “raising babies” era and just go ahead and knock out the baby stage all at once, watching these videos to feel a little more optimistic. 🥺
  • @kaseyseltner4444
    I also saw a video that said if you have a newborn and it is is crying, tell your newborn "Mom will be right there, right now I am helping your brother or sister." it helps because your toddler will feel that they are validated and that their time is also important to both parent and new sibling. And I felt that was so important!
  • This was SO helpful. I found out at 8 months postpartum I’m pregnant with our second and I’ve been such a mix of emotions! Hearing your experiences and the joy their bond brings makes me confident in God’s timing and the precious gift of life ❤️
  • Just found out I'm pregnant with baby #2 at 9 months postpartum unexpectedly and I've been having a hard time accepting it. We weren't ready for this and I'm already grieving my one-on-one time with my only child!!! 😭 Each day I'm slowly growing more ok with the thought of it
  • @cindybeck6202
    I work as a nanny and I have to say these suggestions are on point. Well done, Beth!
  • @Mindaaayroxs
    I literally have been so stressed because of this.. what a coincidence you made this video! I have a 1 year old son and another baby boy due in July.. we have no family around and I’m terrified if we’re being honest. It’s been hard to get into a routine and hard to have any alone time! I can’t wait to see what tips you have. Thank you for readying my mind!
  • @KarateMami
    I wish i found this video 9 months ago 😅. I have 2 under 2... well now one of them is 2 years old. It's a tough life. That's also amazing that your kids are 15 months apart. Ours were supposed to be 15 months apart but ended up being 14 months apart ❤
  • Great video! I have been parenting for 17 years, and we are expecting our sixth child. Even though I have tons of experience, I absolutely love your videos. I think this one is especially full of wisdom! I agree with it all!
  • @heycharise
    Thank you so much! I couldn't help but cry when you began discussing introduction to your first and the initial adjustment for them. My babies will be 14 months apart and I'm just beginning to really look into how to prepare socially and emotionally. I'm sooo excited more than anything. It's becoming more and more bittersweet, we are 2.5 months away.
  • @meschouxpetits
    Wonderful wonderful tips, thank you so much. I am five months pregnant with our second baby and our girls will be 18 months apart. It is so helpful hearing how other parents manage the transition. The little clip of your daughter meeting your son was so sweet! It's such a good reminder for me to focus on the love my kids get to share instead of my anxiety about having two small children.
  • I’m a big fan of ‘yes zones’! Very effective. Kids get to enjoy more open ended play time without being interrupted constantly & being told No repeatedly.
  • @catherine9753
    Saving this video to rewatch whenever #2 comes along. Thanks for showing motherhood in an encouraging and positive light! The internet is full of “just you wait” horror stories so your channel is refreshing!
  • OMG i just found out im pregnant with our second, 6 months PP......this was not planned and it was definitely a shock. This would be a great video to watch.
  • This video came in perfect timing! Needed this video so bad. 🌻♥
  • I follow both you and Megan and love love both of your channels! I’m expecting baby #2 in October and so these videos were super helpful. ❤️